And God wants us to “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Pet 3:18). The infusion of God’s Word makes possible the advance to spiritual maturity and the fulfillment of His will, and this is accomplished by faith. Share this: Click to email a ...
But we should seek God’s grace to serve not just out of duty, and not to check off all the designated boxes, but with a right heart. The mechanics of ministry and spiritual disciplines are tools, but not the main focus, not the end-all of our efforts. Our ministry isn’t boxed in...
Emotions are the colorful, vibrant threads that weave through the fabric of every child’s experience, shaping their thoughts, actions, and relationships. Just as we equip them with knowledge and skills, nurturing their emotional intelligence is equally crucial. It’s the key to unlocking their po...
For example,Hebrews 11:1defines faith as "the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." This means that faith involves trusting in God and His plan for us, even when we can't see the outcome or understand the path. The Bible also emphasizes that faith is crucia...
Prayer: Our Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your love and grace. For You so loved us that You gave us Your only Son, Jesus. We are saved and blessed for He died for our sins, and we realize You have placed all things in His hand. Like the camellia flowers glow and shine against...
Father, in your great mercy, help me to show yourloveto those whom I find hard tolove. Help me forgive those who have not shownloveand grace to me so they may see Jesus in my life. Amen. © Chrissy Siggee Question time:
Can we see them through the lens of1 Corinthians 10.13and remember that God will give us the grace we need to respond without sinning? Can we “count it all joy” knowing that God is using them to grow us in faith and maturity (Jas. 1.2-5)? Or do we get anxious, fearful, or ang...
12. I Peter 2:2 - "As newborn babes, ___ the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:" 13. I Peter 2:22 - "Who did no sin, neither was ___ found in his mouth:" 14. I Peter 3:13 - "And who is he that will harm you, if ye be ___ of that which is ...
Today, you get to share in this practice with your own communities. As God’s people, the word of God is our food. Regularly gathering for extended reading and listening makes knowing and loving God’s word as simple as eating a good meal. May your community grow in knowledge and love ...
“Nevertheless, the men rowed hard to return to land, but they could not, for the sea continued to grow more tempestuous against them. Therefore they cried out to the LORD and said, “We pray, O LORD, please do not let us perish for this man’s life, and do not charge us with in...