Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Philippians 2:3-4 From the life that He lived and the word that He spoke, Jesus modeled for us a life of humility. We are called…
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see…
Worship isn’t just a weekly event that we attend, but is rather the way that we, as Christ followers, are to live. We all worship something – our money, status, family, job, talent, etc… Christ followers are called to worship God. We do that because He is worthy of our devotion and praise. He created…
As followers of Jesus, we have been given the power of God through the Holy Spirit. Why then do we often feel defeated and powerless? We look to Moses and his conversation with God to see some of the excuses we may use when we try to live in our strength and not rely on…
“Happy are those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or take the path that sinners tread, or sit in the seat of scoffers; but their delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law they meditate day and night.” Psalms 1:1-2 NRSV
We need people to come along side of us to help us navigate this life and its many struggles, and a good community will walk the difficult road with you. A good community will also, offers you a safe place and space to rest. Will love you when you don’t feel loved. Help heal a…
28-30 “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on…
3…‘The survivors there in the province who escaped captivity are in great trouble and shame; the wall of Jerusalem is broken down, and its gates have been destroyed by fire.’ 4 When I heard these words I sat down and wept, and mourned for days, fasting and praying before the God of heaven. Nehemiah 1:3-4…
For the time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. 2 Timothy…
5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. 6 In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.7 Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil.8 It will be healing to your flesh and refreshment…