Spiritual maturity is not reached by the passing of the years, but by obedience to the will of God. Some people mature into an understanding of God’s will more quickly than others because they obey more readily; they more readily sacrifice the life of nature to the will of God. Oswald Chambers.Matthew 5:6 AMP“Blessed [joyful, … Continue reading Maturing in Christ
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Your Good Deeds Honors God
"Do all the good you can, for all the people you can, in all the ways you can, as long as you can" John Wesley. Matthew 5:16 AMP Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good deeds and moral excellence, and [recognize and honor and] glorify your Father who is in … Continue reading Your Good Deeds Honors God
Growth God’s Way!
Every day, everybody engages in actions that provide either a benefit or a consequence. We would prefer that our actions produce positive results because, we believe, the other option is not beneficial. Those experiences that produce pain and heartbreak, we want to send them across town or better yet to another country. But God sees … Continue reading Growth God’s Way!
Rooted: Established and Growing in Jesus Christ
Spring is my favorite season. While there is something to enjoy in every season, there is nothing that can compare to the joy I find in spring. For me, spring is the time to get back in the garden after saying goodbye to my garden in the fall and enduring the winter. Spring speaks of … Continue reading Rooted: Established and Growing in Jesus Christ
Growing in Christ
“The disciple of Christ desires above all else to be like him…” — Dallas Willard.2 Peter 3:18 NLTRather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. All glory to him, both now and forever! Amen.Colossians 2:6-7 NLTAnd now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you … Continue reading Growing in Christ
Living in Harmony
"Harmony makes small things grow. Lack of it makes big things decay." Sallust. Romans 12:16 NLTLive in harmony with each other. Don’t be too proud to enjoy the company of ordinary people. And don’t think you know it all!1 Peter 3:8 NLTFinally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love … Continue reading Living in Harmony
Serving Others Through Good Deeds
God gave us the gift of salvation; we don't have to work for it. However, God expects good deeds to follow us as we walk with Him.Matthew 5:16 AMPLet your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good deeds and moral excellence, and [recognize and honor and] glorify your … Continue reading Serving Others Through Good Deeds
Striving Towards Maturity in Christ
Living things grow and change and in our life of faith, we are expected to grow and change. We tend to see change as a negative thing. However, when we think about babies and their checkup, the doctors are looking for change. The degree of change informs the doctor’s next step. As people of faith, … Continue reading Striving Towards Maturity in Christ
Transformation!
Lifestyle! We often do not believe that we have a lifestyle, but lifestyle talks about the way we live. If we like to go to the gym and work out, then that is our lifestyle. Those who like to drink and have an enjoyable time reflect on their lifestyle. What do you like to do? … Continue reading Transformation!
Harmonious Living
In 2 Corinthians 13:11, the Apostle Paul gave four guidelines for living that the believers should embrace as part of their lives. “Dear brothers and sisters, I close my letter with these last words: Be joyful. Grow to maturity. Encourage each other. Live in harmony and peace. Then the God of love and peace will … Continue reading Harmonious Living
Victory Walk 