Dependence
Comprehending something of our real and absolute dependence on God is foundational to everything in the Christian life. It is where…
Comprehending something of our real and absolute dependence on God is foundational to everything in the Christian life. It is where…
As you read through the Psalms you will see the repeated, simple and effective prayer of a righteous man. It is a prayer I hope you pray regularly. It is a prayer that reveals your heart of dependence on God for your life, your protection and your future. I mentioned that this prayer is simple. Actually it is extremely simple…
As sinful and fallen people we hate the feeling of weakness. On the other hand, we love feelings of strength, dominance, control, power and independence. But the reality is, that as creatures of the One who “gives all men life, breath and everything else” (Acts 17:25) all of our perceived…
We must willingly embrace the new and difficult challenges that will necessarily accompany our new life in Christ.
The Bible tells us that the prayer of Solomon “pleased the Lord” (1 Kings 3:10). It’s a simple phrase that we can read without giving it a second thought. But we ought to. Consider what a big statement that is. The content of Solomon’s prayer evoked pleasure in God’s heart. To imagine that something we ask for can have an impact on the way the Almighty God feels is a remarkable
Christ calls us to trust him for salvation with the helplessness and full dependence of a little child, and in the process shows his special regard for children.
Effectively presenting Christ to the non-Christians in our lives depends upon the involvement and work of the Holy Spirit.
Though our task to reach, teach and train is not humanly possible, Christ promises to build his church through our imperfect efforts as we faithfully work toward that end.
As dependent creatures we should willingly & consciously rely on God, his word and his people to effectively live the Christian life.
We must not think planting Compass Church will be easy? Instead we must face the challenge head on with hard work and confidence in God.