and then more growth. There are stages. We are shown our sin and need - self. Then we hunger for freedom and life - Christ. This is a progression. At first, we consider the shocking revelation of self the greatest of calamities; later, we realize that it is the pathway to the blesse...
Exodus 19:4 ‘You yourselves have seen what I did to Egypt, and how I carried you on eagles’ wings and brought you to myself. What do we think of when we consider the historical record of the Israelites’ journey from Egypt to the Promised Land? There are so many things that catch...
Lent begins on March 6th this year with Ash Wednesday, and it’s almost in sight. It’s a season of reflection and meditation, a perfect time to renew our knowledge of and devotion to God’s Word just as Psalm 119:15 instructs: I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways. (...
Consider your own experience. Isn't it hard to admit your sins to others? Isn't it difficult to admit them to yourself? Most of us have found ingenious ways to hide the ugliness of sin from ourselves and others, by rationalizing, excusing, and even forgetting things we've done wrong. ...
11 So you also should consider yourselves to be dead to the power of sin and alive to God through Christ Jesus. 12 Do not let sin control the way you live;[a] do not give in to sinful desires. 13 Do not let any part of your body become an instrument of evil to serve sin. ...
Some motivations to consider: Did my life align with my faith (if appropriate)? What motivated my work today? Did I focus on work that aligns with my values? Did I function and work with integrity? Was I selfless or selfish in my actions today?
ways. You’ve been lied to by family, friends, acquaintances, advertisers, and even government officials over the years. All of it was likely based on information that, at the time, was the best information they had. Nevertheless, it made an impression on your soul and your belief systems...
For consider your calling, brothers: not many of you were wise according to worldly standards, not many were powerful, not many were of noble birth. But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong;so that no human...
Have you been baptized since placing your faith in Christ?If not, would you consider being baptized in our March 9 worship service?To learn more, consider attending our baptism classes on January 26 at 11AM (visitwildwoodchurch.org/baptismfor more details and to sign up) ...
The title of this one is None Like Him: 10 Ways God is Different from Us (and Why That’s a good Thing). Doesn’t that sound refreshing? I have had this in my Amazon cart for forever. seasonal devotions If it’s near the season of Lent (before Easter), consider Uncovering the ...