Advent Hope
As sickness, disease, and old age pervades our world we have this promise–hope of Jesus’ return in his humanity to perfect our humanity....
Keep ReadingTo help us grow in our theology and practice of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, I want to recommend St. Basil the Great's On the Holy Spirit....
Comer argues that discipleship, or apprenticeship to Jesus, involves three main goals: be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do as he did....
Let’s encourage one another, and especially our visitors, by initiating a greeting and by listening well. ...
Luke's Gospel provides insight into a truly Christian approach to gratitude. ...
In Christ’s death, we die to our old identity. We are no longer slaves to sin. We are free from any obligation, addiction, and necessity to sin because sin has no reign on us....
Instead of abandoning us to eternal death and destruction, God, in His mercy and grace, devised a rescue plan for humanity. At precisely the right time, God the Father sent His Son, Jesus, to die for the ungodly....
The persecutions, losses, physical pains, and tragedies we face, help us to spiritually grow so we can better serve God and provide an empathetic sense of direction for others as we follow the path God has set before us....
This resurrection week, look not to fleeting joys but to be joined to the one who fully satisfies, whose perfect kingdom will have no end and be full of immeasurable riches of grace. ...
Neither Jews under the Law of God, nor Gentiles, who see the good character of God in creation, have succeeded in obtaining righteousness because all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (3:23)....
The PDF Discussion Guide for the Marriage Seminar is available in this post. ...
As sickness, disease, and old age pervades our world we have this promise–hope of Jesus’ return in his humanity to perfect our humanity....
Keep ReadingIt is easy to just go through the motions of the Christian life. Many times we have Pharisaical hearts. We need to remember the wonders that God has done to shock us out of our unthinking worship habits....
Keep ReadingDuring this advent season we remember the “great joy” through the joy of participating in Christmas traditions like putting up Christmas trees and giving gifts....
Keep ReadingAt its core, advent is a season of waiting. We remember and celebrate the thousands of years that God’s people waited for the promised Messiah to come. Each year during Advent we remember the people of God who waited centuries for the coming of the promised Messiah to rescue them....
Keep ReadingFor those who have repented and trusted in Jesus’s life, death, and resurrection, this future judgment is cause for rejoicing!...
Keep ReadingLike the Israelites, we must also meditate on God’s word and keep it, work out our salvation with fear and trembling, and be a witness to this present generation that is hostile to God....
Keep ReadingIt is not often pleasant to experience correction or rebuke from others, but it is what we should invite into our lives....
Keep ReadingAccording to Jesus, consuming love for God is the most important command to observe, and similarly, deep care for others is vital....
Keep ReadingAs we seek to stand firm in the faith, we must remember that Christ has already secured the victory....
Keep ReadingA heart rooted in love for Christ acts in loving-kindness toward his neighbors, family, friends, and enemies....
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