Posts about Discipleship

Before we dive into the turkey, stuffing, and sweet potato pie, here’s a quick reminder to quiet the murmur in our hearts and make room for real gratitude.

“Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us …”

The older I get, the more I realize just how remarkably unprepared I am for the complexities of life.

The marks of death that God chose never to erase

While riding in the backseat of my Subaru Outback, one of my co-workers said it sounded as if I had a bad wheel bearing. I previously noticed a change in the sound of my tires on the road, but I confess I’m just shy of ignorant when it comes to car maintenance. I shared the news with my husband, but he didn’t seem too distressed, so I continued to drive the car every day – for months. Until one day, I couldn’t.

The family altar is a time when the family unites together in the practice of three main elements: reading the Bible, praying, and worship. This triad helps the family foster spiritual growth, reflecting on godly character maturation.

[Also seen in Nashville Christian Family] When Jesus commanded believers to go into all the world and preach the gospel (Matt 28:18-20), He didn’t put any age limits on it. With their innocent faith and endless energy, kids can be great missionaries! Sometimes it’s us parents who need a little convincing.

[As seen on iBelieve.] Over and over, the book of Proverbs warns us that pride comes before a fall. Samson’s life displays this quite literally. His story in the book of Judges provides an object lesson showing how not to live. So, if we want to reject pride and avoid its consequences, how should we live instead? Perhaps the key can be found in what Samson lacked: Vulnerability.