CATEGORY: Christian Living in the Trenches
THE MOST DANGEROUS KIND OF FALSE TEACHING
Some false or doctrinally challenged preachers are more dangerous than others. Scene 1 He boldly claims that the viewer will receive a transfer of wealth from the world to their bank accounts. Debts will dissolve, they’ll get their dream house or a new car, plus...
3 Things That Eclipse the Son
On August 21, 2017, Columbia, South Carolina enjoyed almost three minutes of a total solar eclipse. What majesty, to stand in the twilight on a summer afternoon, glancing (carefully) at a blazing sun that was completely obscured by a black ball, the moon....
LIVING (AND DYING) WITH FEWER REGRETS
How does God define "wisdom"? One verse that sheds light on the meaning is Psalm 90:12: "So teach us to number our days, that we may present to Thee a heart of wisdom." The context of this verse emphasizes the brevity of our earthly life, the inevitability of...
SOMETHING IS BETTER THAN NOTHING
A SIMPLE YET PROFOUND INSIGHT FOR GOAL-SETTING AND RESOLUTIONS It is my conviction that we often fail to fulfill our New Year's resolutions and other life goals because we don't set those goals low enough. Yes, you read correctly. An enemy of succeeding with our...
5 LESSER KNOWN WAYS THAT PRIDE SHOWS
Repeatedly in His Word, God warns about the encroachment of pride. That’s because, as John Wesley put it, “All pride is idolatry.”When we’re proud, how does it show?More obvious answers include boasting about accomplishments (even when we’re subtle about it during...
1 APPLICATION OF JESUS’ DEATH AND RESURRECTION
So what?According to Johnny Miller, former pastor and past President of Columbia International University, that's the most important question to ask when we study the Bible.The text says this (observation). So what?The text means this (interpretation). So...
8 QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU DETERMINE IF YOU’VE REALLY FORGIVEN SOMEONE
We can fool ourselves into thinking we’ve forgiven another person, when resentment still simmers beneath the surface of our hearts. I know this from painful experience. Warning: asking ourselves these questions may spur repentance toward God for our...
10 questions your accountability partner should ask you
For Patrick Morley, “Accountability is to be regularly answerable for each of the key areas of our lives to qualified people.”According to Charles Swindoll, “Accountability is giving one or more trusted persons the permission to ask you the hard questions.”Seeking...
20 QUESTIONS TO ASk A MENTOR
Whether you’re a homemaker, a businessman, or a vocational Christian leader, I hope you regularly pick the brains of older, mature people whose walk with the Lord you respect. Tapping into their wisdom and experience is a hinge on which your growth and...
10 THINGS I’VE LEARNED FOR SURE
After 67 years, some things life and God’s Word have taught me are lodged in my mind and regularly demand my attention and application. I’m convinced that the following ten statements pass the test of truth.If you want this post to make a difference in your life,...
6 WAYS TO INSTILL GRATITUDE FOR GOD’S FAITHFULNESS (A Step-by-Step Group Worship Experience You Can Use)
How can you tap into your group or family members’ positive memories of God’s interventions? How can you spark a celebration of His past deeds, leading to a corporate time of praise?1.Use a Hymn. Go online and find a high-quality choir rendition of “Great Is Thy...
3 THINGS THE BIBLE DOESN’T TEACH
The late pastor Ron Dunn quipped, “Many people believe the Bible because they do not know what it says.” He referred to misconceptions some folks have about what it does and does not teach. What they think the Bible teaches, it doesn’t, or if they knew what it...