DID YOU KNOW “As he was walking in the temple, the chief priests and the scribes and the elders came to him, and they said to him, ‘By what authority are you doing these things, or who gave you this authority to do them?’” — Mark 11:27–28 Did you know that Jesus’ disruption of theContinue reading “When Jesus Steps Into Your Business”
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When God Says You Have Too Many
On Second Thought “The LORD said to Gideon, ‘The people with you are too many for me to give the Midianites into their hand, lest Israel boast over me, saying, “My own hand has saved me.”’” — Judges 7:2 When we face an overwhelming responsibility, we usually begin counting what we have. How many peopleContinue reading “When God Says You Have Too Many”
Grace Has Something Good for You to Do
DID YOU KNOW “Let our people learn to devote themselves to good works, so as to help cases of urgent need, and not be unfruitful.” —Titus 3:14 Did you know that good works are a purpose of your salvation, even though they cannot purchase it? We can become confused about doing good if we beginContinue reading “Grace Has Something Good for You to Do”
Give Grace Time to Work
DID YOU KNOW “And we urge you, brothers, admonish the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with them all.” —1 Thessalonians 5:14, ESV Patience often becomes difficult precisely when we believe we have good reasons to lose it. We have explained ourselves, waited longer than expected, or offered help that seems toContinue reading “Give Grace Time to Work”
More Than a Seat at the Table
DID YOU KNOW “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.” —John 6:35, ESV A meal can welcome someone into a church building. A kind conversation can help that person feel safe enough to return. These are meaningful expressions of Christian love.Continue reading “More Than a Seat at the Table”
The Life They Could Not Discredit
DID YOU KNOW “Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdom; but they could find none occasion nor fault; forasmuch as he was faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him.” — Daniel 6:4, KJV Did you know that Daniel’s public integrity began with a privateContinue reading “The Life They Could Not Discredit”
When Faithfulness Leads Through Fire
DID YOU KNOW “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial.” —1 Peter 4:12 We can accept that life includes hardship and still feel bewildered when doing the right thing brings trouble. We tell the truth and lose someone’s approval. We refuse a dishonest request and find ourselves excluded. We remain faithful to ChristContinue reading “When Faithfulness Leads Through Fire”
Whose “Well Done” Are You Living For?
DID YOU KNOW “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” —2 Timothy 2:15, KJV Most of us appreciate knowing that our efforts matter. A sincere thank-you can strengthen a tired heart. Yet approval becomes a demanding master when we depend uponContinue reading “Whose “Well Done” Are You Living For?”
The Change No Religious Badge Can Make
DID YOU KNOW “For we are the circumcision, who worship by the Spirit of God and glory in Christ Jesus and put no confidence in the flesh.” —Philippians 3:3, ESV We usually recognize religious commitment through things we can see: attendance, service, knowledge, and familiar practices. These can express sincere faith, but they cannot tellContinue reading “The Change No Religious Badge Can Make”
The Applause That Matters
DID YOU KNOW “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” —2 Timothy 2:15, KJV Did you know that living for God’s approval begins with faithfulness to His truth? Whose opinion stays with you longest after a difficult day? Perhaps you rememberContinue reading “The Applause That Matters”