"Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom."
As followers of Christ, we must embrace a stewardship mindset: we own nothing, and we are not here on our own business. As stewards, we manage the possessions of Another; as ambassadors, we manage the affairs of Another. The King owns everything, and we are on His business to serve and represent Him in the …
Pursue justice and justice alone, so that you will live and possess the land the Lord your God is giving you. (Deuteronomy 16:20 How long, exalted ones, will my honor be insulted? How long will you love what is worthless and pursue a lie? Selah (Psalm 4:2) Only goodness and faithful love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I …
We born with an innate desire to relate to God – A zeal for God, but ignorant of God’s righteousness. 2 I can testify about them that they have zeal for God, but not according to knowledge. 3 Since they are ignorant of the righteousness of God and attempted to establish their own righteousness, they have not submitted to God’s …
27 Don’t work for the food that perishes but for the food that lasts for eternal life, John 6:27 The Work of God each is called to do: 28 “What can we do to perform the works of God?” they asked. 29 Jesus replied, “This is the work of God—that you believe in the one he has sent.” John 6:29
(Source: Email from Reflections Ministry, October, 2020, Ministry Update: Politics, Purpose in Suffering, New Study Guide, and More https://kenboa.org/living-out-your-faith/purpose-in-our-pain/ ) OCTOBER 9, 2020 / KATIE ROBINSON / FEATURED POSTS, LIVING OUT YOUR FAITH This entry is part 4 of 5 in the series Shaped by Suffering Articles “Over the years, as my joints have come apart, I’ve been stapled, screwed, bolted, …
(Source: Email from Reflections Ministry, October, 2020, Ministry Update: Politics, Purpose in Suffering, New Study Guide, and More https://kenboa.org/living-out-your-faith/purpose-in-our-pain/ ) OCTOBER 22, 2020 / KATIE ROBINSON / FEATURED POSTS, LIVING OUT YOUR FAITH This entry is part 5 of 5 in the series Shaped by Suffering Articles “Maybe God made a mistake in creating me.” George Dennehy shares this thought that seized his …
27 Just one thing: As citizens of heaven, live your life worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or am absent, I will hear about you that you are standing firm in one spirit, in one accord,[f] contending together for the faith of the gospel, 28 not being frightened in any way by your opponents. This is a …
Paul’s important expression “in Christ” and its equivalent (“in Him”) appears more often in Ephesians (35 times) than in any other New Testament book. The “in Christ” relationship that is available to every believer is rich and multifaceted: we have received every spiritual blessing in Christ (1:3), we were chosen in Christ (1:4, 11), we …
There is no growth in the Christian life apart from discipline and self-control (“discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness”—1 Timothy 4:7). Spirituality is not instantaneous or haphazard; it is developed and refined. For many people, the word “discipline” reeks with negative connotations. We often associate it with tyranny, external restraint, legalism, and bondage. But …
At least three potential causes: A consequence of personal or community sin A consequence of being a Christian A consequence of the fall. A direct result mankind’s decision and action – the fall The climax of Genesis 1 was the creation of the man and the woman, and the climax of Genesis 2 was the …