No matter our age, we can have impact by taking up Kingdom duties
Despite our various roles and stages in life, the gospel calls us to a new purpose: to live as ambassadors of God’s love, sharing His message and transforming lives through His grace.
Navigating Dual Roles
Just as we desired inclusion in our childhood, we continue to seek acceptance and belonging, while also navigating our role as ambassadors to those still in darkness.
Make a Joyful Noise
Psalm 100 begins with these instructions: “Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth!” You can make a joyful noise even if you can’t read music or carry a tune. So, what about the duet?
Why Walking with God is Essential Before Running the Race
Just as runners need to pace themselves and rest, spiritual growth involves periods of steady, deliberate practice, ensuring we are well-prepared for the more demanding aspects of life and faith.
Navigating Your Spiritual Struggle
Our struggles are often perceived as conflicts with others, but the deeper struggle may be with ourselves and our understanding of God's plan for us.
The Fall Fashion of Faith
The practice of layering in fashion, which offers warmth and style, does not translate well to spiritual maturity, where the Apostle Paul advocates for a complete change in our spiritual “wardrobe.”
How to run your final lap, before you move to the bleachers
Observing the final moments of a loved one’s life reveals their shedding of earthly burdens as they approach the heavenly finish line, reflecting Hebrews 12's depiction of the race.
Confession Time: Prayer
Reading the first chapter of Colossians gives us a beautiful and powerful model of how to pray and what to pray for as we consider those in our lives and our co-mission of sharing the good news and the goodness of God everywhere we go.
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.
Five tips from Isaiah for those who want to be servant leaders
Isaiah's message encourages leaders to remain steadfast and assured of God’s support, trusting that they are never alone in their leadership journey.
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 seems you have too much to consider, start here
Believers are encouraged to pray consistently for fellow Christians, particularly those facing severe challenges and persecution globally, recognizing the critical nature of supporting each other in faith.
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.