Despite the most rigorous physical exercise and training regimen, our bodies will age and, eventually, die. But there is a training – training in godliness – that lasts into eternity!
Month: August 2020
Reformation 500: The Peril and Promise of Anniversaries
As we celebrate its 500th anniversary, has the Western Church fulfilled the promise of the Reformation?
Growing Gracefully: Contentment
Even in the most difficult of times, believers such as the apostle Paul have known contentment, an inner peace, a certainty that God is in control. Because of what Jesus has done for us, we know that, through faith in Him, we will live forever. That certainty brings true contentment!
Cheer-full or Fear-full? Divine Power vs Discouragement
The night before Jesus died, He spoke words of encouragement. They still cheer hearts today!
Growing Gracefully: Humility
The humility modeled for us by Jesus is not only refreshing, it is life-changing and God-pleasing! Pride, on the other hand, makes us nauseating not only to others, but to God as well.
All Alone, or Allelōn? The Power Of “One Another”
“Rugged individualism” is a value prized by many, but God commands us to live in community and to love one another.
Growing Gracefully: Kindness
Kindness is not weakness. Kindness reflects the character and strength of God, and is seen throughout the ministry of Jesus Christ. Followers of Jesus should show that same character in their lives!
The Bridegroom and the Bride: A Call to Pure Devotion
God created marriage to illustrate how we can enjoy an intimate relationship with Him!
Exodus: Liberation from Bondage – Week 25
This series explores God’s miraculous deliverance of His people, His transforming power, how He moves in amazing ways and how He established His people in the Promised Land. The Book of Exodus is the ultimate preview of Jesus Christ, what He accomplished, and the liberation He offers to each one of us!
Growing Gracefully: Thankfulness
Some Biblical virtues mirror God’s character, but this one — thankfulness — exalts God’s character. Thankfulness promotes humility in us and strengthens our faith. ThankLESSness, by contrast, is an exceptionally dangerous sin.
Awake Us Now 