The author reflects on God's call to overcome excuses related to youth and feelings of inadequacy. God assures that He equips, prepares, and qualifies believers for His work, urging them to trust in His presence and guidance. Emphasizing surrender and obedience, the message affirms strength through Christ despite personal insecurities and fears.
Broken Cistern
The author reflects on the biblical message from Jeremiah 2:13 about forsaking God and relying on flawed self-made solutions. They acknowledge past struggles with prioritizing their relationship with God and recognize the importance of keeping faith and intimacy with Him above all other commitments. Surrender and obedience are key to receiving God’s living water.
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.
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 →
Responsibility for Growth
The passage emphasizes that God has appointed apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers to equip and edify the body of Christ. Individual growth in faith and understanding is a personal responsibility. Maturity is essential to avoid being misled and to contribute positively to the body, highlighting the importance of unity and support within the community.
God Has Appointed These
The passage emphasizes the individual roles of Christians within the church as part of the Body of Christ. It highlights God's appointed roles such as apostles and teachers, urging believers to seek divine calling and guidance instead of succumbing to human assignments.
The author reflects on Habakkuk 2:2-3, emphasizing the importance of writing down visions for achieving goals. They note that clarity allows individuals to pursue objectives effectively, even if fulfillment takes time. The writer shares personal struggles with goal pursuit, seeking divine assistance for obedience and clarity in manifesting their visions.
The Lord is My Destiny
The Lord is portrayed as the believer's destiny and source of hope amidst challenging circumstances. Emphasizing patience and faith in God’s goodness, the message encourages waiting quietly rather than complaining. Trusting in the Lord's promises helps maintain stability and clarity, reinforcing the belief that He is always present and good.
What I Am Call to Do
The content emphasizes the importance of preserving and sharing God's teachings from both the Old and New Testaments. It highlights the commitment to trust in God's instructions without alteration, focusing on the integrity of His Word and the patience required in waiting on the Lord for guidance and hope.
