There’s a scripture – the shortest – only 2 words: “Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) that always arrests me. Why was my Lord crying? Do you know why you think He was crying? Loss of his friend, grief for his friends’ loss, upcoming death… are typically the reasons given. There’s a good discussion by Christina Patterson […]
How does this word resonate with you? What does it mean? Do you use the word lightly… like love? What qualities define ‘friend’? Actually… how do you define the word and operationalize it? Perhaps ‘friend’, for you, is comparable to the 600+ people you have friended on Facebook? And just how often do you communicate with them…
Cons? How can there possibly be cons?!!! Cons, in my world of definitions, are: 1. Salvation is not explained, not a focus, and the invitation is never issued 2. The Word is not preached 3. Liberal perspectives are embraced and form the foundation for teachings and actions 4. Discipleship is not
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While this issue can be argued that it’s too sweeping and individualistic to pin down, I will always argue that the Great Search is for meaning and belonging. However, I would also maintain that these are so closely related, that in finding one… you find the other. At the basis of seeking ‘fame and fortune’,
than we think we are. Or at least the potential to see and accept and act on this reality. If we believe… in ourselves as well. I’m not talking about ego or arrogance or feign bravado but our ‘who’, the family we were born again into, the importance, protection, and equipping this inheritance means to
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Each of us – all of us are called. No one is left out, no one is exempt regardless of your sins. If you are truly repentant for what you’ve done, who you have become, you can always turn and accept the call of salvation – right where you are. And once you have made
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When you say ‘church’, to what or whom are you referring? The building? The leadership? The people in the congregation? Who? Or is it a what? Can you get angry or disappointed with a what? or with only a who? What, precisely, are you seeking from a church? What happens when you don’t experience this…
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And I mean a close friend… not merely just a group of acquaintances. Someone who knows you – warts as well as those shiny parts. A person who genuinely likes you and wants the best for you. One who doesn’t look and see you in cement but knows that you are continually growing. Someone you
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Doesn’t work, you know. The Lord was there when you sinned since He never leaves or forsakes us. I rather think He’ s not surprised when we choose to sin. Disappointed – undoubtedly, shocked and surprised – no. So why do we try to ignore or distance ourselves when we do sin? It never works..
I find it a constant amazement that whenever I turn to the Lord – there He is! And He always has time… for ME. I know He said that He would never leave me or forsake me… but it is also true! Amazing! Regardless of time or any other factor – He always has time.
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Just write down any questions that you may have and I will get back to you in a jiffy!