We so badly want to believe that mammon has no power over us, no authority of its own. But by giving the descriptive unrighteous to mammon, Jesus forbids us from ever taking so naive a view of wealth. We must be more tough minded, more realistic. - Richard Foster Our hearts have room only … Continue reading Reflections on Treasuring One Master – Luke 16:1-15
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How can children be included in missional living?
I read this blog entry from the Verge Network this morning and highly recommend this short interview with Paul Tripp. There is also a written synopsis of the interview. http://www.vergenetwork.org/2012/09/19/how-can-children-be-included-in-missional-living-paul-tripp/
Jesus’ Ultimate Desire for You – Part 2
Jesus prays in John 17:24: "Father, I desire that they also, whom you have given me, may be with me where I am, to see my glory that you have given me because you loved me before the foundation of the world." Jesus gives us his reason for why he wants you to be … Continue reading Jesus’ Ultimate Desire for You – Part 2
God’s Providence and Jesus’ Bride
I've recently been rereading the Westminster Confession of Faith and came across this nugget that encouraged me as I prepare to leave a congregation I have served for ten years. It is chapter 5, point 7: "Just as the providence of God in general extends to every creature, so, in a very special way it … Continue reading God’s Providence and Jesus’ Bride
The Biggest Barrier to Reaching People with the Gospel
John Milne, in his commentary on John's Gospel, writes: “The biggest barrier to effective evangelism according to the prayer of Jesus is not so much outdated methods, or inadequate presentations of the gospel, as realities like gossip, insensitivity, negative criticism, jealousy, backbiting, an unforgiving spirit, a root of bitterness, failure to appreciate others, self-preoccupation, greed, … Continue reading The Biggest Barrier to Reaching People with the Gospel
Pray What Jesus Prays for Your Church
In His high priestly prayer, Jesus prays that His church would be a community where love rules all relationships. A community that would guard its unity by loving others well (17:21,23, 26). The church is to be a unified community where love is lived out purposefully in relationships. The church should be made up of people … Continue reading Pray What Jesus Prays for Your Church
What does Jesus Christ want of you today?
Revival begins when all eyes are on Jesus, revival ends when all attention is cast on the gifts, blessings, and manifestations of revival. When we ask, “What does Jesus Christ want of me today?” Revival begins in our hearts for that moment, for that hour, for that day. “What does Jesus want of me … Continue reading What does Jesus Christ want of you today?
Reflections on What Jesus Desires for His Church
The prayer in John 17 is Jesus’ longest prayer recorded in Scripture. In it, Jesus reveals his priorities for His people and what he was most passionate about for us prior to His death for our sins. Christ does not pray that his disciples might be rich and great in the world, but that … Continue reading Reflections on What Jesus Desires for His Church
Reflections on Jesus’ Ultimate Desire for You from John 17:24
Can anything equal the breath-taking tenderness of Jesus’ final request - “Father, I desire that they also, whom you have given me, may be with me where I am, to see my glory that you have given me because you loved me before the foundation of the world” (John 17:24). - Adapted from William … Continue reading Reflections on Jesus’ Ultimate Desire for You from John 17:24
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