The only One worthy to be called Lord never lorded His position over others. He healed the sick.He preached Good News.He cast out demons.He loved the least of these.He spoke out against evil.He washed feet.He died for the very people who killed Him. Jesus never let what He was entitled to make Him entitled. He … Continue reading The Lord Who Never Lorded It Over Us
When You Feel Like You’re “Doing Worship” Wrong
Photo by Jack Sharp via Unsplash.com Have you ever felt like you were "doing worship" wrong? Maybe you were in a church service, a retreat, or even a worship concert where you saw people raising their hands, and they just seemed like they were having such an encounter with God. But you were standing there … Continue reading When You Feel Like You’re “Doing Worship” Wrong
How God Uses Your Past to Help Others
Your experiences with sin and suffering don’t disqualify you from making a difference. They may be the very thing God uses to help someone walking through the valley you’ve already traveled. Be the guide you needed when you were finding your way
The Real Measure of Spiritual Growth
The best way to measure the depth of your faith is to look at the width of your love. In John 14, Jesus said that our love for others is how we prove to the world that we're His disciples. A great question to ask yourself on a regular basis is, "Am I a more … Continue reading The Real Measure of Spiritual Growth
On Denial and Change
Peter's first mistake when denying Jesus was believing that he wouldn't. When Jesus tells you something about yourself, believe Him—especially when it's something you wish weren't true. He brings those hard realities to the surface so we can deal with the spot before the infection spreads too deep to treat. You can't change what you … Continue reading On Denial and Change
What Most People Miss About Integrity
Integrity is revealed in the light but developed in the dark. What you do when others are watching is often image management. What you do when no one is around—when you believe no one will find out and there’s no reward for doing the right thing—that’s real integrity. Integrity is strongest where it is least … Continue reading What Most People Miss About Integrity