Loyalty in Friendship: Offer Help!

Members of the community of the Spirit are friendly. The dictionary defines a friend as a person you  know well and like a lot, but who is usually not a member of your family. In life, we are constantly making friends. If we move to a new community, we will make new friends in that community. It doesn’t mean … Continue reading Loyalty in Friendship: Offer Help!

Blessed Through Obedience

"I believe Christians often perceive obedience to God as some test designed just to see if we’re really committed to Him. But what if it’s designed as God’s way of giving us what’s best for us?' - Craig Groeschel.Genesis 12:4 NLT So Abram departed as the Lord had instructed, and Lot went with him. Abram … Continue reading Blessed Through Obedience

Follow Abraham’s Example and Obey God

The call to go to a far-away land can invoke fear and excitement. Excitement because there might be some wonderful new experiences. Fear because you have no idea what the future holds. I can only imagine Abram's emotions when God said to leave everything behind and go to this far-off land. We are not told … Continue reading Follow Abraham’s Example and Obey God

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

Children in Ministry? Jesus Endorsed It!

When I was a child, children were seen and not heard; in other words, children didn't have a voice. Nowadays, we wish that we can hear them less at times. The things that come out of their mouths shock you. But, there are children who experience the love of God and change comes into their … Continue reading Children in Ministry? Jesus Endorsed It!

Serving God with Confidence

"God never calls a person [into His service] without equipping him. I know that from experience." - Billy Graham.Galatians 5:13 NLTFor you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. 1 Samuel … Continue reading Serving God with Confidence

Women in Ministry: There is a Place for You

Our churches are made up of people. There are men, women, and young people serving in our churches. I know that in these days and times, it's not the in thing to do. Modern thinking had no place for God and society, it seems, dismisses the existence of God. However, as people of faith, we … Continue reading Women in Ministry: There is a Place for You

The Valley of Decision: Where the Rubber Meets the Road!

Have you ever been at the crossroads of a life-changing event, and you are not quite sure what to do? There is a path that is easy, and in your heart, you know that is not the way you should go. But what lies ahead is difficult, and you really don't want to walk down … Continue reading The Valley of Decision: Where the Rubber Meets the Road!

The Danger of Disobedience!

"It  is time for us Christians to face up to our responsibility for holiness. Too often we say we are “defeated” by this or that sin. No, we are not defeated; we are simply disobedient. It might be well if we stopped using the terms “victory” and “defeat” to describe our progress in holiness. Rather … Continue reading The Danger of Disobedience!

Actions and Consequences: Saul, the Disobedient King

What are the qualities of a good leader? The answers are as varied as the people who ask the question. Leaders are people, and they will make mistakes. Is that meant to be an excuse for actions that are clearly a result of doing things your way without regard to guidelines? Well, today, we will … Continue reading Actions and Consequences: Saul, the Disobedient King