Spiritual formation ∙∙ Like newborn babies, you must crave pure spiritual milk so that you will grow into a full experience of salvation. Cry out for this nourishment. – 1 Peter 2:2 Ephesians 4:15 We are to grow up in every way into Christ, who is the head. 2 Peter 1:3-8 3 By his divineContinue reading “Spiritual formation ∙∙”
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AFS – Absent Father Syndrome ∙∙
AFS – Absent Father Syndrome ∙∙ Consider the incredible love that the Father has shown us in allowing us to be called “children of God” – and that is not just what we are called, but what we are. – 1 John 3:1 (Phillips translation) Romans 8:15-16 15 For you have not received a spiritContinue reading “AFS – Absent Father Syndrome ∙∙”
Outrage fatigue ∙∙
Outrage fatigue ∙∙ Lawlessness will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold. – Matthew 24:12 John 14:1, 27 1 Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. 27 I am leaving you with a gift – peace of mind and heart. And the peace IContinue reading “Outrage fatigue ∙∙”
Here I am – Hineni ∙
Here I am – Hineni ∙ Moses said, “I will turn aside to see this great sight.” – Exodus 3:3 Exodus 3:2-6 2 There, the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a blazing fire from the middle of a bush. Moses stared in amazement. Though the bush was engulfed in flames, it didn’tContinue reading “Here I am – Hineni ∙”
How to achieve maximum effectiveness ∙∙
How to achieve maximum effectiveness ∙∙ For God knew his people in advance, and he chose them to become like his Son – Romans 8:29 James 1:2-4 2 Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. 3 For you know that when your faith is tested, yourContinue reading “How to achieve maximum effectiveness ∙∙”