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Jun 2018
“… that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect” (Romans 12:2b). Throughout the centuries of Church history, many theologians and Bible teachers have tried to make sense of the will of God and how it relates to humans. Generally, three categories are suggested. The first is called the prescriptive will of God. These are things that God clearly requires of us in His Word. For example, “Honor your father and your mother” (Matthew 19:19a). Or, “You shall love the Lord your......
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May 30, 2018
Imitating Jesus in “Smaller Ways”
Christian author Kelly Balarie posted an interesting blog about imitating Christ that I wanted to share with you. I haven’t read any of her books, so I can’t recommend them personally. However, she is published...
May 28, 2018
God Is Speaking, Again
“Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children” (Ephesians 5:1). What could be more intimidating than this? Such a short verse too – deceptively short! Just a few words. Be. Imitators. Of. God. That’s all....
May 23, 2018
Lessons from a ‘Christian’ Labyrinth, Part 2
There is no question that the most famous labyrinth to be found in a church is the one built into the floor of Chartres Cathedral in France. It was created by stones set carefully into...
May 21, 2018
Lessons from a ‘Christian’ Labyrinth, Part 1
A labyrinth is a flat circle or square consisting of a path that winds around to its center. They’ve been found all over the pagan world. But, interestingly enough, they’ve also been found in churches...
May 16, 2018
Leading Like Jesus
Power and authority are often put for the same thing, but they’re very different. Many mothers, for instance, often have very little power, but have tremendous authority. While love will cause you to lose power,...
May 14, 2018
Choose Love
Power and love are both highly sought-after entities, but we don’t often consider how they relate to one another. Tony Campolo, professor emeritus of Sociology at Eastern University, has shared some interesting thoughts on this...
May 09, 2018
‘Being’ the Lights
“God is light” (1 John 1:5). “The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world” (John 1:4-9). Think about light again. God is light and, in Jesus, the true light, which...
May 07, 2018
‘Seeing’ the Light
“God is light” (1 John 1:5). “In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. There was a...
May 02, 2018
Wise Words to a Stubborn Ox
Do you know the old hymn, “I Love to Tell the Story”? It’s just great. I love to tell the story of unseen things above, Of Jesus and His glory, of Jesus and His love;...