SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 4-6 “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise.” (Ephesians 5:15) God has saved us from the consequences of foolish living, don’t return to it. Don’t let the enemy suck you back into that destructive lifestyle. This is war, the enemy wants to bring you down… BE VERY CAREFUL!!! “Making the…
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Immeasurably more!!!!
SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 1-3 “I keep asking… so that you may know him better.” (Ephesians 1:17) Paul is writing to people who know Jesus Christ, and believe! Yet he keeps on praying that they would know Him better… why? Do you notice how HUGE Paul’s understanding of God’s grace is? These chapters are an extended monologue on God’s…
The goal… and the question!
The fundamental goal and activity of the church should be to – teach and train every believer to become a ‘disciple making disciple’. Biblically and theologically, if we’re to become effective at ‘growing the church’, at strategically achieving ‘true gospel growth’ (both numerically and spiritually), then we’re to implement the scriptures call to build churches…
What we DO know!
Not about the miracles
SCRIPTURE: Acts 9:32-43 Turning toward the dead woman, he said, “Tabitha, get up.” (Acts 9:40) I have no doubt that God can raise the dead. I have no doubt that God can raise the dead through me. I have yet to experience it, though I have prayed for it. Why did it happen with Peter, but not…
Moving beyond information
We do not need more information, we need more transformation! We have been pouring bible knowledge into peoples heads for years. Dave Browning observed: “I am convinced that the gap holding back most believers is not the gap between what they know and what they don’t know. It’s the gap between what they know and…
What fuels boldness?
SCRIPTURE: Acts 9:19-31 “Speaking boldly in the name of the Lord.” (Acts 9:28) Just trying to imagine this radical change. The one who persecuted Christians now preaching fearlessly in Jesus’ Name? I get how the Christians were suspicious of him, I would be too. There’s no doubt about it, something HUGE has happened in his life. Jesus…
Greater things!!!
SCRIPTURE: Acts 9:10-19 “Go! This man is my chosen instrument to proclaim my name…” (Acts 9:15) I’ve had no visions, but I have sensed the Lord telling me to do stuff. Hard stuff, scary stuff, out of my comfort zone stuff. I see the dangers and difficulties, but God sees the greater purpose. Who knows, but through…
Looking for answers!
Today’s question is short, but not simple. Please take a few moments to jot down your thoughts. What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus?
Hearing Jesus’ voice!
SCRIPTURE: Acts 9:1-9 “They heard the sound but did not see anyone.” (Acts 9:7) The Lord works differently in each person’s life. Christians are people who have heard the Lord calling them. Those around them may sense something, but not know Who it is. Two people can go through the same crisis, yet only one will encounter…