Sep 29
2017
Surprised by Mercy
Everyone is surprised by mercy.
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Who Do You Think You Are?
Paul entered the synagogue and spoke boldly there for three months, arguing persuasively about the kingdom of God (Acts 19:8).
Keep ReadingBoldly and Confidently
And he entered the synagogue and for three months spoke boldly, reasoning and persuading them about the kingdom of God. But when some became stubborn and continued in unbelief, speaking evil of the Way before the congregation, he withdrew from them and took the disciples with him, reasoning daily in the hall of Tyrannus. This continued for two years, so that all the residents of Asia heard the word of the Lord, both Jews and Greeks (Acts 19:8-10).
Keep ReadingSame Authority, Different Venue
But some of them [listening to Paul] became obstinate; they refused to believe and publicly maligned the Way. Acts 19:9
Keep ReadingWarning! And Wonderful!
Some Jews who went around driving out evil spirits tried to invoke the name of the Lord Jesus over those who were demon-possessed. They would say, “In the name of the Jesus whom Paul preaches, I command you to come out.” Seven sons of Sceva, a Jewish chief priest, were doing this. One day the evil spirit answered them, “Jesus I know, and Paul I know about, but who are you?” Then the man who had the evil spirit jumped on them and overpowered them all. He gave them such a beating that they ran out of the house naked and bleeding (Acts 19:13-16).
Keep ReadingSep 28
2017
A Good Older Brother
We need someone to rescue us from our slavery to anger, bitterness, unforgiveness, and pride.
Sep 27
2017
Coming Unstuck
God can work in a thousand ways to transform the way we see the people who’ve hurt us.
Sep 26
2017
Emotional Landmines
Our past experiences of trauma can trigger strong reactions in us.
Sep 25
2017
Justice and Revenge
Justice doesn’t have to come at the expense of your soul.
Sep 22
2017
At work behind the scenes
This is a God who is worthy to be praised.
Sep 21
2017
What has God given you?
Don’t let anyone convince you that you have nothing to offer. And don’t let the spirit of comparison creep into your heart. Bring to the table exactly what God has given you and do so joyously.
Sep 20
2017
Generous like him
We’ve seen time and time again how our community generously responds to neighbors in crisis and global needs. We’ve made sacrifices to help others. And it’s so worth it.
Sep 19
2017
Depending on Others
The myth of the self-made, bootstrap-pulling, hard-working, independent hero stumbles in seasons like these.
Sep 18
2017
A Pregnant Moment
Tremendous pressures pile up to move the wheels of the world and of our lives.