Living a “so-so” life is not very exciting. However, living with purpose that glorifies God should be acknowledged as an honor and a privilege. To surrender to being used by God for His Divine purposes -- being engaged in the works created in advance for us to do (Ephesians 2:10) -- should provide a real boost to our self-esteem … [Read more...] about SO SOW!
Growth
KEEPING IT TOGETHER!
This past week, a dear brother in Christ posted a picture of nacho chips which read, “Nachos are just tacos that don’t have their life together.” I liked that thought. Yes, the ingredients are all there, there is something tasty to enjoy, but it is good to have a napkin handy. As I considered this post, I responded by … [Read more...] about KEEPING IT TOGETHER!
JOY TO THE WORLD (Part 2 of 3)
Jesus came that we might have not only eternal life, but even abundant life now. (John 10:10) His coming brought true and lasting joy into a dark world. However, this joy has more to do with focus than it does circumstances. How often do we allow external conditions of life to take away … [Read more...] about JOY TO THE WORLD (Part 2 of 3)
COMPREHENSIVE WHATEVER! (Part 2 of 4)
As we noted yesterday, the expression “whatever” is used dismissively and permissively, but also comprehensively. Because of the Lordship of Christ over our life, what marks the comprehensiveness of our faith in the midst of life’s varied circumstances and … [Read more...] about COMPREHENSIVE WHATEVER! (Part 2 of 4)
SERVING HIM!
In one of Jesus’ parables relating to the judgment to come, we read. . . “(37) Then the righteous will answer him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? (38) And when did we … [Read more...] about SERVING HIM!
