Christian living

Reconcile Not Condemn

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Ministers Of Reconciliation As Christians, our end game is to reconcile others to God. Paul calls us ministers of reconciliation. (2 Corinthians 5:17-21). This goal applies whether it is regarding someone who is or isn’t walking in the Lord. Our desire should be for ALL to reconcile with Him. This goal never changes. Paul warns […]

Love

Love Like Jesus

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Love is a word used for everything from baseball to macaroni and cheese, but it’s true meaning is much greater than our temporary desires. Love is a willingness to sacrifice it all for the sake of another, even if that includes our own death. Love is a conscious and intentional choice to put another person […]

Mission

Same Mind. Same Mission.

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What’s the secret to great relationships? Having one mind according to Christ. Yes we could all benefit from boosting our communication skills, but in the end having a shared Mission will withstand any challenges that we face. Your spouse, child, or friend is not to be your enemy but instead a co-laborer for Christ. How […]

Christian living

Eternal Intervention

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Have you ever had one of those moments where you needed an intervention in your thought process and God was faithful to provide it? It’s so easy to let the cares of this world keep us from thinking from an eternal perspective regarding our mission here.  This morning God interrupted my thoughts with Revelation 22.  […]

Christian living

The Pursuit Of Knowledge

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There’s something exciting about the knowledge. It informs us in our decision making, can reduce bad choices, and opens doors to new opportunities. It can; however, lead to Spiritual blindness. We can get so wrapped up in our knowledge and self dependence that we deny the One who gave us the ability to learn.  We […]

Gospel

Love For Repentance

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As a parent of 22 children, I have certainly been wronged a time or two.  I have to say that lying, stealing, and disrespect are the top 3 behaviors I struggle to respond well to.  It may have something to do with the fact of entering high school at 4′ 10″ and under 100 pounds […]

Christian living

A Loaded Weapon

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  Our tongues are a loaded weapon that can be used for good or evil. This small part of our body possesses more power to destroy than an army of trained soldiers with nukes. For it has the power to pierce the soul. Yet it also has to power to bring life to the most […]

Christian living

 Acts Bible Study 21:15-26

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  Paul’s brothers were seeing the hostile climate and were concerned for his well being. Paul clearly has a mission and will endure whatever is necessary, yet balances that with the wisdom of his brothers in Christ.   Read Acts 21:15-26 1) What do you see in the text? Who’s present? Where are they? Why […]

Christian living

Acts Bible Study 17:16-34

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  Paul payed attention to his audience so he could preach and persuade them for Christ with the references they would understand.  It’s important to be observant and to listen and look for opportunities as we share the good news of Jesus.  Read Acts 17:26-34 1)  Observation – What stands out in this passage? 2) […]