Each one of us always runs the risk of being pimped by our old nature, old voices, old ways of thinking, and old ways of dealing with life. All of which areRead More…
Pursuing holiness will mean developing self-control. Women, of course, need self-control too (Titus 2:3–5). But given what God expects of heads of households and shepherds in the church, the cultivation of self-controlRead More…
In our day to day activities we can sometimes just forget who we are. Not just our name, but who we represent and how we are supposed to act. The link belowRead More…
Regardless of our viewpoint, each human has pride. Just like all humans have humility, it is just a matter of measurement. Whether it is high, low, in check or out of control.Read More…
There have been several occasions when discussions circle around the challenges of a relationship with God. The concept always seems elusive and kind of distant. Like it is clear that it isRead More…
The world is still crazy and dangerous. We sometimes think that the worst is behind us. That times are getting better. In many cases that might be true, but life is moreRead More…
In the book of Acts, we find a Levite from Cyprus named Joses (Acts 4:36), whom the apostles called Barnabas. That nickname, translated “Son of Encouragement” (Acts 4:36-37) or “Son of Exhortation”Read More…
We all need to be aware of our behavior, thoughts and actions. When pride comes then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom. Proverbs 11:2 “Okay God,” he said. He knew thatRead More…
This session we a parable Jesus used to teach his disciples about prayer and the response to need. The parable is found in Luke chapter 5. This parable follows Luke’s shorter versionRead More…
This week we come upon one of the longest parables taught by Jesus. Some translations call it the parable of the talents, others call it the story about investments, bags of gold,Read More…