Continued Prayers
It has been a joy and a privilege to serve God through my work at Point over the last two decades, so this announcement is bittersweet. But after a time of prayer and reflection, my wife, Penny, and I believe now is the right time to make this move.
From Drought to Daily Bread
As Elijah experienced worsening conditions despite his obedience, God’s provision for both Elijah and the widow demonstrates that faithfulness and trust in God’s promises can lead to miraculous outcomes.
Affliction as Opportunity
By bringing our struggles to God and focusing on His promises, we can transform our suffering into an opportunity for spiritual growth and greater joy in our relationship with Him.
Recognizing the True Devil's Advocate
Ultimately, Paul encourages us with the assurance that God’s peace will triumph over the enemy’s efforts, empowering us to resist division and uphold unity in the body of Christ.
Why Choosing to Follow Jesus Means Accepting Suffering and Affliction
Paul’s experience teaches that a life with Christ surpasses all worldly gains and comforts. His willingness to endure suffering reflects a deep understanding that the eternal worth of knowing Christ far exceeds temporary afflictions.
The Golden Rule of Wisdom
True wisdom begins with listening; without this foundational practice, speaking wisely becomes impossible and impulsiveness often prevails.
Owe No One Anything
Paul's directive in Romans 13:8 is not a shift to financial advice but a continuation of his focus on love as the fulfillment of God's commandments, emphasizing that we are always in debt to love others.
Endurance, Encouragement, and the Mind of Christ
Endurance is not merely about waiting but is a transformative process that, according to Paul, increases our confidence in God’s promises and leads us to embody Christ’s attitudes and actions.
Benefits of Choosing God Over the World
Drawing from the story of Abraham and his willingness to sacrifice his son, Paul emphasizes that true faith involves presenting our lives to God, trusting in His provision and embracing His perfect will.
When it comes to following Jesus, we don’t have an accessibility issue
The church’s witness is often compromised when Christians fail to demonstrate genuine love and inclusivity toward individuals with limitations, revealing a gap between preached and lived faith.
Which path will you take?
Ultimately, Psalm 1 explains two different ways to be human. Two paths that we can take. The first path is one that reflects the life of God. The alternate path is the path of the wicked.
The Power of Storytelling
In our busy lives, we often neglect the importance of storytelling, which can lead to missed opportunities to pass on valuable lessons and spiritual heritage to future generations.
From Memory to Legacy
Ultimately, our focus should be on living a life of grace, mercy, and righteousness, as these qualities will create a legacy that endures far beyond any material wealth we might leave behind.
Applying Olympic-Level Discipline to Our Faith Journey
Achieving Olympic-level success requires not just talent but daily repetition and commitment, much like the daily practice needed to immerse ourselves in God’s word.
Trusting God’s Plan Over Anxiety
Instead of being consumed by worry, we can choose to pray and seek God's guidance, trusting that He will direct our paths and help us navigate uncertainties.
Mic Drop Moment
The pivotal question Paul poses—“What then shall we say to these things?”—leads to a definitive answer: “If God is for us, who can be against us?”
Our Rock and Fortress
We often rely on external factors like jobs, politics, and relationships for stability, but these can be unreliable; true refuge is found in God's unwavering presence.
The Power of Weakness: Embracing Vulnerability as Strength
Paul addresses the Corinthian church's doubts about his authority by emphasizing that Christ's power is evident even through apparent weakness, just as Jesus' resurrection demonstrated the triumph of divine strength.
The Transformative Power of Divine Grace
Despite extensive self-assessments and coaching experiences focusing on strengths and weaknesses, Paul’s example reveals a radical approach: boasting about weaknesses as a testament to God’s grace.
Tired? Fragile? Weak? Uncertain? Isaiah has help to encourage us
Isaiah reminds us that the young and the old can become physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually fatigued. But God offers to step in with his strength, his Spirit, and by his power to speak and breathe life and hope into our situation.