The Path to Perfection
Disciples and Disciple-making (10) As iron sharpens iron,So a man sharpens the countenance of his friend. Proverbs 27.17 Aelred believed that spiritual friendship is the surest path to perfection in the knowledge of God: “…friendship is a path that leads very close to the perfection which consists of the enjoyment and knowledge of God, such that a man who is […]
The Good News (1)
The Confident Witness (12) For I am not ashamed of the Gospel, for it is the power of God… Romans 1.16 Good News!Being a confident witness begins in knowing and loving our Lord Jesus Christ—Him Who has appointed us to be His witnesses. But it also entails understanding the Kingdom of God, because the Gospel Jesus […]
Lesson 7: Speaking with Integrity
Thank you for joining me today as we reflect on Matthew 5:33-37. In this passage, Jesus addresses the issue of oaths and the importance of truthfulness in the life of a believer. Let Your Yes Be Yes Jesus states, “Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not swear […]
A Prayer for Shepherds
Our readings in this series are from the book, The Church Captive. Here is a brief excerpt from page 33: “In a day of declining spiritual vitality, leaders can be easily distracted to ‘new things’ and ‘proven techniques’ in their efforts to grow their churches. But such an approach to the work of pastoral ministry forsakes the […]
Word of Life
Jesus throughout the Scriptures: Psalms 7 (1) Pray Psalm 119.49, 50Remember the word to Your servant,Upon which You have caused me to hope.This is my comfort in my affliction,For Your word has given me life. Sing Psalm 119.49, 50.(Wycliff: All for Jesus)LORD, remember all the good Word You have spoken unto me!For I ever hope in You, LORD as […]
Status
Luke 8:1–3 (ESV) Soon afterward he went on through cities and villages, proclaiming and bringing the good news of the kingdom of God. And the twelve were with him, and also some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary, called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out, and Joanna, the […]
