Again, we need to cover rarely taught reality: Discipleship teaches discipline and applies Truth to develop character. This remains a central truth in the Christian walk. We rejoice in our suffering—knowing what it teaches. It’s a PITA (pain in the … Continue reading →
The modern American church has largely forgotten the training of the Lord—the idea that suffering brings discipleship for those desiring closer fellowship with Him. I am including, below the line, a short teaching from John Wright Follette from the book of his … Continue reading →
In the wonderful beginnings of our new creation, we are rarely taught that these are babyish experiences. We are to grow and growth requires effort. So, we must learn what this means. Peter gives us the starting point. “As newborn … Continue reading →
The only way for you to write excellent books is to find your completion in Jesus. As we put off the old, and put on the new, He calls us to be a writer. This is an important discovery. And, … Continue reading →
As we are obedient to write, as the result of His call, creative writing in the Holy Spirit becomes possible. But before that we must let Him, nay ask Him, to change us. For Jesus’ agenda is to make us … Continue reading →
I received this in an email from Jack Hayford this morning. I wanted to share it, but he provided no easy method. So I’ll quote it here: Walk as children of light… – Ephesians 5:8 On October 31, 1997 my mother, … Continue reading →
Developing skill in prayer I find that it helps me to think of prayer (and many areas of spiritual growth) in terms of human development. I see three divisions: Baby, Child, and Adult. The apostle John used the same three, … Continue reading →
Philippians 1:6 I am confident that Jesus will complete what he started in you and bring you to maturity This is a statement of a type that was common in the first century after Christ which we have lost in … Continue reading →