Romans 14 & 15. The world is desperate for peace and unity — to find ways to bring enemies together. But the Christian gospels says that we must first be reconciled to God before we can be part of a reconciled … Continue reading “Reconciled With One Another”
Tag: Spiritual Growth
Renewing Your Mind
Romans 12. The way we think has a huge impact on us, with deeply rooted patterns of behaviour and thought affecting our daily lives. Transformation through self-help is sort in secular culture, but only Jesus can get to the root … Continue reading “Renewing Your Mind”
Finishing Well
Joshua Generation, part 11. If you want to finish well in your life, you must live well today. Don’t leave it too late to accept and follow Jesus—it’s too risky. Who we are tomorrow depends on decisions we make today.
Unfinished Business
Joshua Generation, part 9. Character is something that develops over a lifetime, through all kinds of experiences, and is something that cannot be fast-tracked. In Joshua 14 we look at the godly character of Caleb and how he helps form … Continue reading “Unfinished Business”
Nothing is Hidden
Joshua Generation, part 6. Chapters 7 & 8 are tough and have to be walked through carefully. Through them we see the mercy and grace of God to those that are willing to repent. But we also see the holiness … Continue reading “Nothing is Hidden”
Taking Jericho
Joshua Generation, part 5. Jericho was a mighty obstacle standing in the way of God’s people as they entered the Promised Land. But by faithfully following the Lord’s commands, God fights the battle on Joshua’s behalf, and Jericho is taken.
Milestones
Joshua Generation, part 4. When God’s people crossed the Jordan River it marked both the exit from the wilderness and the entrance into the promises of God. Christianity is the same. Salvation and forgiveness marks the way into God’s Kingdom, … Continue reading “Milestones”
Coming Back to What Satisfies
Looking at Psalm 1. When we delight in God’s Word, we are like a tree planted by streams of water, which brings life to us, and life to those around us.
Assurance of Adoption
Life in the Spirit, part 3. God wants our faith to be steeled with certainty. When we feel this certainty, we are emboldened to live for him.