Managing Misunderstandings
When there are misunderstandings, hurt, and conflict we must seek to repair the problems without ever compromising our integrity before God.
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An Unsung Christmas Hero
Joseph provides us with a relevant and compelling example to imitate, demonstrating a courageous and obedient faith amid confusion, fear, and disappointment.
The Need for a Godly Launch Pad
All Christians should seek to build and maintain distinctly Christian homes, reflecting Christ’s values and priorities – most especially as we go about the task of raising children.
Loving God’s Challenging Work
We must be continually mindful of the unique and exceeding authority of the Triune God we were created and redeemed to humbly serve.
When Your Wallet Calls the Shots
We must realize that both God and money demand our total allegiance, and, as always, trying to devote our ultimate love or service to anything but God is sinful idolatry and always a rip off.
Worldly Comforts & Godly Sacrifices
Jesus, with every right to establish the terms, makes clear that to be on his team we must give up the worldly norms of managing our own lives and putting our own interests and loves above his sovereign leadership.
The Fear of Broken Relationships
While one day all pain and problems will be behind us, for now we must draw strength from God’s family as we endure the sting of strained and fractured relationships that are inevitable because of our alliance with Christ.
Workers Who Keep First Things First
When we serve Christ in evangelism (or in anything) we must always see our service as personally offered to Christ and never allow it to become an end in itself.
I Can't Lord, It Will Damage my Relationships
Following Christ requires clarity regarding who Jesus is and how his Lordship must not be supplanted by any earthly love or loyalty.
I Can't Lord, I Have to Put Family First
While our biological families can be a great blessing to our Christian life, we must be prepared because they can easily pose a challenge to us keeping Christ as the unrivaled Lord of our lives.
Your Fraternity of Hearers
As Christ modeled in his own life, we must highly value and consistently invest in friendships with those who continue to demonstrate their commitment to obeying God’s word.
Reputations & Vital Responsibilities
When we encounter slander and opposition for standing up for Christ, we should redouble our resolve to please God by being faithful to our call to evangelize without compromise.