A core aspect of biblical teaching for teenage boys is the establishment of identity rooted in Christ, not in fleeting worldly standards. The Bible teaches that each person is uniquely created in God's image: “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female he created them” (Genesis 1:27, KJV). This is a truth that provides an inherent … [Read more...] about The Foundation: Identity and Purpose for Teenage Boys
Perseverance
Maze of Life
Sometimes I sit and look back on my life and how God’s plan for me has been there from the beginning. Reflecting on the forks in the road and the paths I chose to take when faced with hard decisions. God is so patient, and I’m blessed that he waited for me to find my way. 2 Peter 3:9 “The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is … [Read more...] about Maze of Life
Being in the World…
Before Jesus was crucified, He made a three-part prayer (John 17). First, He prayed for Himself and that His Father would be glorified in the work He had done and was about to do. Second, He prayed for His disciples who were to spread the gospel message through the help of the Spirit. Third, He prayed for those that would follow them and His teaching. That would be the … [Read more...] about Being in the World…
ON THE MAT! (Part 2 of 6)
THE “STAND UP” The “stand up” in life may be expressed this way: “Lord, give me strength to remain firm and faithful. Help me to get up and give me the strength to stand for that which is … [Read more...] about ON THE MAT! (Part 2 of 6)
DON’T THROW IT AWAY!
Do you ever get started on a project with the confidence you can handle it, but as you continue working, that confidence begins to diminish? One of the areas where I struggle with this is when assembling something that has instructions set up for several variations of the finished product. As the assembling … [Read more...] about DON’T THROW IT AWAY!
