Enthusiastic about Teaching
We all have a responsibility to teach to others the things God has invested in us through the teaching from others.
Colossians
Serious About Giving
We are the greatest benefit to the body of Christ when we, like Christ, are the most generous.
Devoted to Encouragement
God wants to use us in his ministry of encouragement (2Cor.7:6) as we make ourselves available to walk with others from our church through their pain.
Committed to Communication
We cannot be used of God to impact other Christians’ lives unless we are committed to truly relating to them on a personal basis.
Preparing to Give More Than Just the Facts
To be an effective Courier of Christ we must do more than give the “gospel facts” – we must present it & ourselves in kind, pertinent & intelligent words.
Avoiding the Enemy's Evangelistic Sabotage
Even if we master the message, we can never be successful Couriers for Christ unless our lives match the message!
Mastering the Message Entrusted for Delivery
The gospel must be properly understood & accurately communicated if we are going to be faithful to our calling as Christ’s couriers.
Three Prayers Your Non-Christian Friends Need You to Pray
Evangelism is impossible without God; so pray about every aspect of sharing your faith with others.
Energizing Your Prayer Life With Gratitude
Our prayers should be laden with sincere & specific “thank-yous” because we are such debtors to God’s gracious generosity.
Praying with Your Eyes Open
Our walk with Christ cannot afford us to pray without being fully alert in every way.
Making Prayer Your Daily Habit
The privilege of having God’s attention when we pray ought to drive us to a deeper commitment of time and fidelity to prayer.
But is this Really the Right Job for Me?
God’s Word encourages us to thoughtfully consider whether the work we are doing is the work he has called us to do.
When God Makes You Boss
When called to lead, humbly serve those called to follow in a way that pleases the Leader of your life.
The Paychecks that Matter Most
We must always keep looking forward to the day Christ will judge and reward the quality of our work.
Realizing Who You Really Work For
Christians ought to be the most respectful, productive and excellent workers our bosses have ever met.
Overcoming Anger-laden Parenting
Christian parents (especially dads) must diligently discipline and nurture their children’s hearts if their family is to be pleasing to God.
Disarming the Obstinate Offspring
Obedience and respect for authority must be the overarching value that permeates your family if your kids are to consistently obey their parents.
Defeating the Fire-breathing Marriage
Husbands must love their wives so much that they daily aspire to reflect the loving, sacrificial leadership that Christ provides for his church.
Conquering the Two-headed Family
We must fearlessly affirm and by God’s grace seek to live out his divinely ordained roles in marriage, including a wife’s submission to her husband.
Making Sure You’re Making a Difference
Always seek to make a positive and godly impact on those you call your friends.
Protecting Our Friendships with Agape Love
We must guard our friendships by expressing our life in tangible ways – acts of welfare, unity and gratitude.
Practicing Wholehearted Forgiveness
We can never be real friends with imperfect people until we learn to forgive quickly and completely.
Cultivating Genuine Kindness
God expects his church to become a network of kind and caring friends that reflects his kind and caring friendship with us.
Attacking Prideful Pretense
We cannot afford to pretend to be someone we are not. Exalt Christ, honor your siblings and forget about what people think of you.
Fighting Sinful Anger
We must fight the battle of sinful anger by resolving to biblically manage our emotions, motives and mouth.
Combating Sexual Sin
God has called us to fight sexual sin by guarding our thoughts and cultivating contentment.
A Time to Be Ruthless
The Christian life is a battle against sin; one that requires a daily revitalization of the new heart that God has given us the day we were adopted into his family.
Keeping Your Eyes on the Destination
True spirituality is fueled by a perspective set on eternity with Christ.
Avoiding the Trap of Religious Experientialism
Don’t waste your time chasing new religious experiences while you could be pleasing God with a life of consistent obedience to his Son.
Steering Clear of Religious Traditionalism
We must confidently and thankfully live as though Jesus secured our complete acceptance in God’s eyes knowing nothing we do could ever add to it.