Posts with the tag “wisdom”

What if, to put it absurdly and yet sharply, someone has discovered themselves to be a cannibal? Must we accept that too? The question may seem ridiculous, but its clarity helps pierce the fog. When the ethic of “accept me as I am” is left unchallenged, it demands affirmation of the self even when that self is in rebellion against God. And Christianity, which never flatters the flesh, will not comply.  Read More

The tragedy of misplaced position is not just personal; it is collective. It is the church, the community, the family that suffers when someone remains where they were never meant to be. But the beauty of realignment is that when you step into your actual calling, you free others to do the same.   Read More

With great wisdom beyond his years, David made a profound choice: to face the giant not in the king’s cumbersome armor but with the simple weapons he knew so well: his staff and his sling. Why? Because David’s strength did not lie in man-made armor and swords but in his unwavering faith in the living God   Read More

While modern Christianity may not be bound to the legalistic regulations of old covenant Sabbath observance, embracing regular cycles of rest remains a prudent and advantageous practice rooted in God’s very design for human flourishing. God Himself established the pattern of labor and cessation that reflects the innate harmony of His creation.  Read More

Of course, anytime you have a group of imperfect people living in transparency and speaking truth to one another, there is bound to be friction and tensions will rise. Disagreements and hurt feelings are inevitable on this side of eternity. However, amid differences, we must make every effort to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace   Read More

your journey with God does not need to look like anyone else’s. It does not need to be validated by the latest Christian resource or ministry. It is already validated by the One who called you, the One who knows you, and the One who leads you.  Read More

Sometimes we even try to manufacture a response, hoping that by going through the motions, we will stir something deeper within ourselves, or perhaps even those around us. But in those moments, the question surfaces: am I responding from a genuine connection, or am I just playing into expectations?  Read More

In an era characterized by a cacophony of voices vying for attention and truth often obscured by the noise, there is a profound longing for simplicity and clarity in revelation.  Read More

Though requiring the surrender of control, the call to inquire of the Lord is no restrictive mandate but a liberating invitation into greater alignment with divine wisdom.  Read More

The human heart is like a winding labyrinth, intricately weaving together our desires and frustrations. In its depths, the search for meaning often clashes with bitter disappointment.   Read More

When thinking about cultivating spiritual growth, more often than not, it is useful to start with things that possibly hinder growth. Anything which impedes your relationship with God, or prevents you from becoming more like Christ is a hindrance to spiritual growth and maturity.  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

Probably one of the most difficult, yet vital parts of every Christian's life is setting aside time each day to spend with God and grow in your faith and passion for His Kingdom. So, where do we begin?  Read More

I'm not going to pretend that I have all the answers, not even for a moment! I've lived long enough walking with God to understand more each day that, the more I learn about Him, the less I realize I actually know about everything. It's not that I've become 'dumber', but richer in my faith and humbled by the revelation of all that our God is and all that He has for us, His people. He never ceases ...  Read More