Prepare for Lesson Read 1st Peter 2:8b-12 to prepare for today’s lesson. If you’re new to this community, please read the Reading Plan: Your Identity in Christ, Conduct Before God (Parts 1, 2, and 3). Focus As you come to Him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, you yourselves, like living stones,… Continue reading Come Before God in Community
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“Son of man” — the backstory of Jesus’ authority
I’ve been meditating on why Jesus described himself as the son of man. It’s the simplest and most profound self-designation. It redefines us all. Linguistically, the phrase means nothing more than a human being — a descendant of humanity. Calling himself human doesn’t make Jesus special; it makes him one of us. What is special about a human… Continue reading “Son of man” — the backstory of Jesus’ authority
Live in the moment: How to let go of social media obsession
In today’s fast-paced world, social media has woven itself into the very fabric of your daily life. Escaping its reach and influence is a challenging task. You might not have noticed it at first, but it quietly tugs you away from the precious moments right in front of you. This article is here to help… Continue reading Live in the moment: How to let go of social media obsession
Unwelcome Titles — Grateful, yet Grieving
We use labels and titles frequently to describe people: my mechanic, my friend, my pastor, my co-worker. We refer to people we love by calling them son, daughter, sister, mother, father, husband, or wife. These titles identify what kind of relationship we have with someone. What about a title we don’t want to be identified… Continue reading Unwelcome Titles — Grateful, yet Grieving
How does the Bible describe Weak Women? Strong Women?
By Elizabeth Prata We need godly examples of women who are strong in godly ways. These women who are strong in the right ways aren’t seen by many. This is either because the culture tries to hide them from us, or because they are truly godly, and thus are doing their work in humble, background… Continue reading How does the Bible describe Weak Women? Strong Women?
Complain Less
Where does negativity come from in a church setting? Church fights, like most fights, often come from the tension between two parties. For example, in Ephesians 2, the issue is between Jews and Gentiles. Sometimes the rift is more contemporary, like Democrats and Republicans in a modern church. Other times the point of friction is between… Continue reading Complain Less
THE CHARACTER OF GOD: He is a commander.
THE CHARACTER OF GOD: He is a commander. By Babatope Babalobi babalobi@yahoo.com +234 80 35 897435 Save the World Christian ministry App: http://qrco.de/babalobi Join WhatsApp Prayer Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CpNBXTvL4dv7eyO3M7bHOV Genesis 1 Join WhatsApp Prayer Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CpNBXTvL4dv7eyO3M7bHOV Republished with permission from Blogs.crossmap.com, featuring inspiring Bible verses about THE CHARACTER OF GOD: He is a commander..
How does the Bible describe Weak Women? Strong Women? Part 2
By Elizabeth Prata Yesterday I wrote about what the Bible calls weak women, though the world insists these are in fact strong ladies. They are not. Tune in or read here to see what is really a weak woman in God’s economy. To summarize: weak women are the ones described in 2 Timothy 3:6, women made weak by… Continue reading How does the Bible describe Weak Women? Strong Women? Part 2
Second coming of Jesus Christ – Christian Personal Development
Ad: [New] Biblical Angle to Think and Grow Rich. Now you can read this book from the Christian perspective. Get you copy today at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B098TZC7YD How do you prepare for the second coming of Jesus Christ ? Jesus is coming back. I believe every soul on the earth needs to know this. His second coming is sure! This… Continue reading Second coming of Jesus Christ – Christian Personal Development
In all your ways submit to him
in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.(Proverbs3:6 NIV) In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. (Proverbs3:6 NIV) Republished with permission from Blogs.crossmap.com, featuring inspiring Bible verses about In all your ways submit to him.