In this life there are two things we suffer for: our sins and the Name of Christ. Peter instructs us to make sure we are not suffering as a murderer, thief or evil doer, but instead as we suffer for Christ let us glorify Him. Often times we think suffering is bad and […]
Our guard must be kept with a clear mind and spirit. The devil is on the prowl waiting for a weak and opportune moment to strike. It is by firm faith that we are able to resist him. Only when we are fully surrendered to God, do we possess the power to hold […]
Back to Day 1 Gratitude is our third G. While we liked to be called grateful, in reality it’s easy for us not to be. It takes work to consciously focus on Christ and gratefully worship Him. Progressive When we do; however, we find that we are humbled by the majesty and power of our Savior […]
I love the story of Abraham and Isaac. There are so many truths that come from this passage. Whether it be a lesson in God’s faithfulness or the revelation of His plan, all of it brings Him glory. Today I’d like to draw attention to the idea that Faith-filled obedience is worship. Check out […]
As I rounded my final laps on deck 10 aboard our cruise, I was reminded of the reality of challenges waiting for us at home. We have spent hours training and strategizing for something that is not fully known or seen. I stopped to gaze at the water from the front of the ship. I […]
Humbling moment today as I led the decision to walk down a mountain instead of standing and waiting 35 min for a cable car. My wife submissively, obliged and we started our decent. You can see the walking path in the lower right hand side of the picture. You can also get a sense […]
Often times as first-world Christians we lose sight of how blessed we really are and why. We serve a God that is merciful and mighty with compassion beyond comprehension. For those of us that have truly embraced the Gospel and desire complete surrender to our Lord Jesus Christ, we can sometimes forget that we […]
TODAY’S READING Oh give thanks to the LORD, call upon His name; Make known His deeds among the peoples. Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; Speak of all His wonders. Glory in His holy name; Let the heart of those who seek the LORD be glad. Seek the LORD and His strength; Seek His […]
There is a war going on greater than any other in the physical realm. What we see going on today in Iraq, Ferguson, and many other places was first started in the spiritual realm. Our opinions about whether to participate in the war do not change the fact that we were born in war and […]
While in flight recently a thought struck me. Why do we ask people where they “go to” church when scripture clearly teaches we are the church? Could it be that we are afraid to be the church? After all, it’s easier to ask someone to go to church than to feel the rejection personally Could […]