Reading the Bible intentionally takes work and dedication. Reading Scripture is only enjoyable if we are open to the changes it calls us to make. Try… [Read More] https://relevantmagazine.com/god/what-to-do-when-you-dont-like-reading-the-bible/
Today I was reminded yet again of how important it is to read Scripture and spend time in prayer. I sat down to do my devotional today and decided to use d365.org. The verse for the day is “Don’t do anything for selfish purposes, but with humility think of others as better than yourselves. Instead of each person watching out for their own good, watch out for what is better for others.” (Philippians 2:3-4) This is not a new verse for me. I took an entire semester on Philippians in college, and I’ve translated most of Philippians between English, Greek, and German….
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In his instructions to Timothy, Paul commands Christians to pray “for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” (1 Timothy 2:1-2) But how?… [Read More] https://www.ministrymatters.com/all/entry/9061/praying-for-the-president
Even in the best environments we can get caught up in what we are doing and lose sight of the why behind it… [Read More] https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/5-books-to-read-if-youre-getting-burned-out-on-church/
I will add my name to this statement. From reclaimingjesus.org: We are living through perilous and polarizing times as a nation, with a dangerous crisis of moral and political leadership at the highest levels of our government and in our churches. We believe the soul of the nation and the integrity of faith are now at stake. It is time to be followers of Jesus before anything else—nationality, political party, race, ethnicity, gender, geography—our identity in Christ precedes every other identity. We pray that our nation will see Jesus’ words in us. “By this everyone will know that you…
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