The Bishop

This content discusses the qualifications for a bishop, emphasizing the importance of being blameless, disciplined, and a good family leader. It highlights differing views on women's roles in church leadership. The author expresses uncertainty about church offices and a commitment to serving God's ministry, seeking guidance for obedience in this calling.

We Don’t Get It from Man

The passage emphasizes that Paul's gospel is divinely revealed, not learned from man. Despite his rigorous Jewish upbringing and efforts to persecute the church, he received a transformative revelation of Jesus Christ. The importance of personal revelation by the Holy Spirit, alongside understanding Scripture, is highlighted, urging a deeper connection with God.

Words Matter

Jesus, though considered unworthy by the world, chose to be crucified for humanity's sake. The notion that we are worthy is termed a "false gospel" based on biblical teachings. The differentiation between "worth it" and "worthy" is emphasized, highlighting Christ's worthiness and our dependence on Him. The message stresses that our value comes solely from Him.

A prayer for the Equipped

“And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of... Continue Reading →

Casting Lots

”But Jesus was saying, “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.” And they cast lots, dividing up His garments among themselves.“. Luke‬ ‭23‬:‭34‬ ‭‬‬ This was foretold in Psalm 22 “…They pierced My hands and My feet; I can count all My bones. They look and stare at Me. They... Continue Reading →

Obedience Shows Faith

The discussion centers on Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s interpretation of biblical callings, emphasizing that true discipleship requires immediate obedience to Jesus without excuses. He contrasts Matthew's straightforward response to Jesus's call with others who hesitated. Bonhoeffer stresses the necessity of leaving comfort zones and the cost of discipleship, which involves self-denial and faith.

Foundation Prayer

Lord, I thank You that You are our strong foundation, the rock that we can build our life upon. Help us to allow You access to every area of our life, the Chief builder of our life. Keep us grounded in You when the storms and shaking come, our faith is in You. Help us... Continue Reading →

Prayer for our Nation

Lord, I thank You for the majesty and beauty of Your creation, despite the ugliness in our world today, it still shines through in creation, the sunrises and sunsets. Lord, I lift up our country to You. Yesterday there was an assassination attempt on the life of a former president, and from what the news... Continue Reading →

God’s Perfect Work

“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.”‭‭James‬ ‭1‬:‭2‬-‭4‬ ‭‬‬ Driving east on interstate 40 there is really rough roads as you head from Arizona into... Continue Reading →

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