Christians whose lives display the following features: Doxology, the habit taught and modeled by Paul of constantly praising God and giving him thanks; Humility, the downward growth that comes by dwelling on the free, boundless,, almighty grace of God that achieves the salvation of sinners, including oneself, through the atoning death of the Lord Jesus … Continue reading What kind of Christians are we attempting to develop at Trinity
Devotional Thoughts
The Kingdom Use of Unrighteous Mammon (Luke 16:9)
The below is taken from Richard Foster in his book The Challenge of a Disciplined Life: Christian Reflections on Money, Sex and Power. How do we use mammon (all of our material resources) to serve God? How do we master mammon and serve God? How do you make your money count for the kingdom of God? Resolve … Continue reading The Kingdom Use of Unrighteous Mammon (Luke 16:9)
C.S. Lewis On Giving
In Luke 6:38, Jesus says, "Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you." Charity - giving to the poor - is an essential part of Christian morality... I do not … Continue reading C.S. Lewis On Giving
Treasure the Returning King – Luke 19:11-27
Click below for a devotional guide for this Sunday's sermon from Luke 19:11-27. Treasure the Returning King
Demands and Delights of Advancing the Gospel (Romans 16:1-16)
Demands of Advancing the Gospel 1. It demands sacrifice and hard work (vv. 1-2, 6, 12 - Tryphaena and Tryphosa, v.12 - Persis - "who has worked hard in the Lord") 2. It demands taking risk (v.4) 3. It demands a willingness to suffer (v.7 - fellow prisoners) Delights of Advancing the Gospel 1. With … Continue reading Demands and Delights of Advancing the Gospel (Romans 16:1-16)
Christianity Without the Church? by Chuck Colson
Below is a thought provoking article written by Chuck Colson. http://www.crosswalk.com/news/breakpoint-with-chuck-colson/christianity-without-the-church.html - comments In their 1985 book Habits of the Heart, Robert Bellah and Richard Madsen introduced the world to “Sheila Larson.” Sheila described her belief system this way: “I believe in God. I’m not a religious fanatic. I can’t remember the last time I … Continue reading Christianity Without the Church? by Chuck Colson
Treasuring the Risen Christ Who Draws Near
Click below for a devotional guide for Luke 24:13-35 Treasuring the Risen Christ Who Draws Near God’s Word details thirteen post-resurrection appearances of Jesus to His followers. This devotional guide examines one of the more famous ones and my personal favorite. It is found in the Gospel of Luke, chapter 24:13-35. Rembrandt painted it four … Continue reading Treasuring the Risen Christ Who Draws Near
Why Remember Gethsemane?
What are the practical implications for taking time to remember Gethsemane (Matthew 26:36-46)? “Every life has its Gethsemane, and every Gethsemane has its angel.” What an encouragement for us when we wrestle and pray during times of testing, trial, and temptation! Remembering Gethsemane shows us the sinfulness of our sin. Let us adore our Savior … Continue reading Why Remember Gethsemane?
Why have you forsaken me?
If you feel like crying out to God, “Why have you forsaken me,” you would do well to reflect on and remember Jesus’ prayer and fourth word from the cross from Psalm 22:1. When you call out to God from the depths of your own despair, remember to whom you are calling. Jesus was there … Continue reading Why have you forsaken me?
Even in death the righteous have a refuge
Proverbs 14:32 reads: "When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge." "The wise man of Proverbs saw beyond this dying world; and caught the sunbeams of glory brought to light by the Gospel!’ — Charles Bridges 2 Timothy 1:10b - "Our Savior, Christ Jesus, has destroyed … Continue reading Even in death the righteous have a refuge
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