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Unbelief is a foundational sin because it underlies many of the other sins we experience. Charles Spurgeon called unbelief, “. . . the parent of every other iniquity.” Steven Barabas wrote, “. . . the gravest sin of the Church… Continue Reading →
We have a terminal disease in which there is no earthly remedy – only a divine response can save us. Do we realize the seriousness of sin? The Apostle Paul pointed out the systemic nature of sin: as it is… Continue Reading →
As I watched the memorial service for Charlie Kirk his widow, Erika Kirk, quoted Luke 23:34 as Jesus was hanging on the cross He uttered these words, “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.” She… Continue Reading →
Our last lesson examined how God allows trials and tribulations in our lives as a means of spiritual growth. We often expend a great deal of emotional energy seeking to extricate ourselves from these situations. We may be worrying about… Continue Reading →
Our last several lessons have looked at the some of the primary ways that we grow spiritually. We saw that we must take responsibility for our spiritual growth. We are not to succumb to a “let go and let God”… Continue Reading →
Our time with God is one of the most potent weapons in our arsenal of tools for spiritual well being. Time with God is an opportunity for us to have an unhurried time of fellowship with God. A daily time… Continue Reading →
“For we are the aroma of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing…” (2 Cor. 2:15) Our plastic garbage container with a swinging lid doesn’t fit under our sink or in our… Continue Reading →
Our last lesson emphasized the importance of our personal responsibility in our spiritual growth. This lesson examines the strategic role that others play in our spiritual growth. We were not meant to live in isolation, but we were created for… Continue Reading →
Lesson #2 – Our responsibility in spiritual growth A great deal of frustration arises when we attempt to conform reality to our preconceived desires. The church fathers took a different approach and sought to make their desires and expectations conform… Continue Reading →
Some of us ladies are excellent make-up artists. Some of us, like myself, remain perpetual “Girl Scouts”, who’d rather spend time hiking and playing sports than enhancing their appearance. Yet, if asked, we’d all admit we’d like to look good,… Continue Reading →
My blog posts over the next few months will be a compilation of advice that I’ve prescribed over fifty years in my various roles as a military leader, discipler, counselor, and pastor. The focus will be on bringing encouragement to… Continue Reading →
All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work. (2 Timothy 3:16-17) The word “inspired” literally means… Continue Reading →
The Lord’s bond-servant must not be quarrelsome, but be kind to all, able to teach, patient when wronged, with gentleness correcting those who are in opposition, if perhaps God may grant them repentance leading to the knowledge of the truth,… Continue Reading →
A couple weeks ago our extended family experienced the addition of another member, with all of us rejoicing in the birth of great-grandchild #47 for “Nonna”, and number plus-one child, grandchild, etc., for the rest of us. One big (usually)… Continue Reading →
Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. (2 Timothy 2:15) Most people have a desire to do their best work and gain their… Continue Reading →
