Sunday review: October 25-30
Remember. Read again. And share! This week’s posts offer encouragement, help, and challenge.
In a fracturing church, maybe it’s time to focus on a basic remedy
Church watchers and church leaders everywhere are seeing a decline in church health today. Could it be that one small church in a tiny town has come up with a remedy?
It’s not either/or, it’s both/and when it comes to following Jesus
One family, two personalities, two approaches, one love. Interpersonal dynamics and the spiritual lesson Jesus leaves us in the face of them.
God’s Word: at least as delightful as anything else we can acquire
“In the way of your testimonies,” the psalmist wrote, “I delight as much as in all riches.” I’m glad the psalmist didn’t say “more than,” because “as much as in” is already a high bar.
An outsider’s faith challenges us to demonstrate grace for all
This Roman centurion demonstrated more faith than some of the longtime Jewish followers around him. And Jesus responded.
I’m still learning to be more like my teacher. How about you?
I once knew a boy genius. But even he hadn’t learned enough to be in charge of the classes he was attending.
Sunday review: October 18-23
This week’s posts challenge us to see beyond the busyness of our everyday surroundings to discover God’s purposes for our lives on earth. Read, ponder . . . and share with a friend!
“Lost in Disneyland,” a picture of many, a challenge for the church
People around us spend energy and capital searching for the next big thrill. But the church offers what they need most.
Easy to read, a challenge truly to obey: “Love your enemies”
Sometimes we get too casual about skimming through Scripture as we sip our morning coffee. That can certainly happen when we read, “Love your enemies.”
An unlikely call, an eager follower, an example for all of us today
Jesus called a tax collector, the last type of person anyone expected to become a believer. I’m wondering if unliked people around me could become his followers, too.
Unplanned interruption, unlimited power, unimaginable grace
No one expected what Jesus did that day, and many couldn’t accept what he promised. But we who believe he was God hope for the same power to be seen in our lives.
Two choices: We can try to hold on. Or we can let go and follow
When days are difficult, we need to hold on. But then comes the time when we need to let go and pass on the strength and love Jesus has given us.
A lost Jesus, like any lost child, is terrible. But we can help!
He’s lost, and many aren’t looking for him. But we who have found Jesus can help others find him too.
Sunday review: October 11-16
Believe, surrender, obey, say thanks, and never give up. This week’s posts encourage us to positive action. Remember and reread several of them to start a new week for God.
Everyday blessings and my challenge not to take them for granted
Vacation time with special blessings has given me the chance to reflect on how I experience God’s goodness every day.
Not the life he expected, but see how God used Daniel’s devotion
Of all the ways Daniel was prepared for a life he didn’t anticipate, his spiritual formation was most important.
The challenge, the blessing, the duties of living in the light
What a blessing to live in the light of God’s love! But sometimes the darkness still threatens to overwhelm. And always God is waiting for us to reflect his light to a world full of shadows.
Picture of a potter, the chance for God to help us start again
The old preacher used a simple picture to capture our attention. That’s exactly what Jeremiah did many centuries ago.
Location, location, location, a principle for more than real estate
Where you buy a house affects the value of your investment. Where you place your trust determines far, far more.
Want the prominence that comes with skill? It won’t be instant
A careful reading of one verse from Proverbs sets us up for real accomplishment. A flawed reading contributes to the unfortunate expectation of too many today.