Posts with the tag “love”

There is a kind of piety that is only convincing to people who do not read their Bibles. The Pharisees had it. So do many modern Christians. It is the sort of godliness that always has a moral lesson, an inspirational caption, a powerful takeaway—and it always, somehow, involves the self at the center.   Read More

Living out countercultural, biblical love requires relying on God’s Word to light the path, aware of lurking pitfalls on either side. As society drifts, Scripture remains our unmoving anchor in the storms of changing morality.  Read More

So let us fling wide the doors to every bleeding dysfunction and unrent garment. No stigma or mistreatment is too severe to be outdone by the furious love of Christ in us. For this is why we were called, to have our hearts ruined for the lovely, and so remade that our lives become a sanctuary for the unlovely.  Read More

Understanding God’s discipline is crucial for believers, distinguishing loving correction from suffering. His discipline aims to shape us into Christ’s image, using trials as opportunities for growth.  Read More

Measuring success and significance in ministry requires a shift in our perspective.  Read More

Therefore, in our journey of faith, it is crucial to recognize the aspects that hinder our spiritual growth.   Read More

John 14:15 “If you love me, obey my commandments.Jesus was obedient to God and loved people well. He didn’t people-please, hoping to be well liked and accepted by everyone. And when people didn’t like what He had to say and they walked away from Him — and many people did — He didn’t drop His boundaries, chase the people down, and beg them to take Him back. Jesus loved people enough to give them th...  Read More