Awake! Awake!
Many who made a commitment to Christ when children have abandoned the faith. Is a time approaching when the Lord will restore them? Continue reading Awake! Awake!
Category: Ministry
How do we minister in the light of who God is?
Change coming?
Not many believe we are captives – how could we be in such affluence! However, we know we need Jesus to comfort us. Continue reading Change coming?
Let go of the past
We seem to be an unwilling to let go of past times of abundance I think of the good old days, long since ended, … Is his unfailing love gone forever? … Has God forgotten to be gracious? [Psalm 77:5-9NLT] One reason we resist letting go is that the abundance represented God’s love and grace … Continue reading Let go of the past
Realising my wickedness
The shock of my Christian life was realising that this description of the wicked fit me… In his arrogance the wicked man hunts down the weak, who are caught in the schemes he devises. [Psalm 10:2] Arrogance comes from believing ourselves to be so ‘right’ we can tell others how to live. We give ourselves … Continue reading Realising my wickedness
Glory in service
The last of three avenues that Jesus says lead to glory- Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honour the one who serves me. [John 12:26] When the Lord of the universe honours us, there is glory, like in the parable of the talents … Continue reading Glory in service
How God works
When God doesn’t act as we expect it can shake us and leave us questioning him. In Job’s case, the Lord’s long awaited answer was- “Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorant words? Brace yourself like a man, because I have some questions for you, and you must answer them. [Job 38:2-3] … Continue reading How God works
Power of example
The way of discipleship is a path of following Jesus through the influence of others who are following Jesus. Paul wrote, “Follow my example as I follow the example of Christ” (1 Corinthians 11:1) Some have said, “The Scriptures were incomplete, this as a stop gap measure.” Yet Jesus elevated example- He appointed twelve that … Continue reading Power of example
Value of sacrifice
At the great reckoning, many who trusted in ministry will be shocked to see people less gifted or fruitful honoured for their wholehearted devotion to God. Afflicted and in pain— may your salvation, God, protect me. I will praise God’s name in song and glorify him with thanksgiving. This will please the Lord more than an … Continue reading Value of sacrifice
Best way to reach the world for Jesus?
What is the best way to reach our fallen world? Some advocate a clear understandable presentation of the Gospel, Others say people need to see miracles, signs and wonders. Paul did not go with either but preached Christ crucified. Jews demand signs and Greeks look for wisdom, but we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling-block to … Continue reading Best way to reach the world for Jesus?
Asking out of need
When I am in need and I see people having the resources then I am tempted to speak in a way that will ‘help them’ answer my need. Some of this is right, the Lord often brings together those with need and those with resources, but what of the attitude – Neighbors lie to each … Continue reading Asking out of need
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