No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it- Hebrews 12:11 NIV Is there a difference between discipline and punishment? It matters because there are times when God’s discipline can feel every bit as unpleasant as punishment. However, there is… Continue reading What Does God’s Discipline Look Like?
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Our Words are not Empty
Samuel was a covenant child, born to Hannah after the Lord answered her request and opened her womb. “And she vowed a vow and said, “O Lord of hosts, if you will indeed look on the affliction of your servant and remember me and not forget your servant, but will give to your servant a… Continue reading Our Words are not Empty
Rest for the Weary
God prescribed rest for his people. He laboured six days and on the seventh day he rested. I don’t believe that God was tired, but he rested as an example for us. If God in his sovereignty took time to rest, why would we work seven days a week? We cannot work hard enough to… Continue reading Rest for the Weary
Perfect Patience
Paul spoke in his letters in Hebrews about the need for patient endurance, in trusting that God is faithful to keep his word. He made reference to Abraham who trusted in what God had promised concerning him. “saying, “Surely I will bless you and multiply you.” And thus Abraham, having patiently waited, obtained the promise”… Continue reading Perfect Patience
Understanding Your Calling
Many people are still trying to figure out what they should be doing with their lives. This is not limited to people in their late teens who are completing high school. People go through “existential crisis” at different ages and stages. This is when people question whether or not their lives have any purpose, meaning… Continue reading Understanding Your Calling
The Good Father
God loves us with an everlasting love and there is nothing that we can do or will ever do to remove his love from us. God is not unkind but is faithful and merciful. God wants what is best for us and he created us in his image and likeness in order to love us… Continue reading The Good Father
Unlimited: Authority In The Kingdom | Good News Unlimited
Unlimited: Authority in the Kingdom Jun 4, 2024 1697 When the ten heard about this, they became indignant with James and John.Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants… Continue reading Unlimited: Authority In The Kingdom | Good News Unlimited
Unlimited: An Amazing Procession | Good News Unlimited
Unlimited: An Amazing Procession Jun 1, 2024 1914 They were on their way up to Jerusalem, with Jesus leading the way, and the disciples were astonished, while those who followed were afraid. Again, he took the Twelve aside and told them what was going to happen to him.“We are going up to Jerusalem,” he said, “and the Son of… Continue reading Unlimited: An Amazing Procession | Good News Unlimited
Unlimited: Asking Without Understanding | Good News Unlimited
Unlimited: Asking Without Understanding Jun 2, 2024 2423 Then James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to him. “Teacher,” they said, “we want you to do for us whatever we ask.” “What do you want me to do for you?” he asked. They replied, “Let one of us sit at your right and the other at your… Continue reading Unlimited: Asking Without Understanding | Good News Unlimited
Unlimited: The Cup And The Baptism | Good News Unlimited
Unlimited: The Cup and the Baptism Jun 3, 2024 2025 “You don’t know what you are asking,” Jesus said. “Can you drink the cup I drink or be baptized with the baptism I am baptized with?” “We can,” they answered. Jesus said to them, “You will drink the cup I drink and be baptized with the baptism I am baptized… Continue reading Unlimited: The Cup And The Baptism | Good News Unlimited