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Judgment
Along with inclusiveness, one of the “high virtues” of the modern age seems to be non-judgment. It is considered a serious “sin” to many modern minds to be judgmental. This is , logically, a rather curious set of morals, since … Continue reading
Posted in Bible commentary, Christian Leadership, Christianity, New Testament
Tagged biblical authority, bound in Heaven, circular logic, correction, criticism, differentiation, discernment, God's authority, judgment, loosed in Heaven, opinions, spiritual help, tastes, traditions, truth in love
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What if I Don’t Feel Like It?
There’s probably not a parent in the world who hasn’t heard that one. There’s probably not a person in the world who hasn’t personally asked it. And although it is used in every situation imaginable, I would dare say that … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Leadership, Christianity, Church Growth, New Testament, Parenting
Tagged actions, change, deeds, emotions, enable, feelings, involvement, just do it, laziness, love, obedience, overcome, work
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What Does It Mean to Make the Lord a Priority?
Let’s make the Lord a priority this year. Have you heard this exhortation before? It’s a common point in many a new year’s sermon or—ahem—bulletin article. And it is a point upon which many a Christian would nod their heads … Continue reading
Posted in Bible commentary, Christian Leadership, Christianity, Church Growth, New Testament
Tagged commitment, costly, courage, dedication, definitions, faith, God's love, judgment, kingdom of god, loss, love, love faithfulness, making the Lord first, meaning to life, priority, sacrifice, second place, word meaning
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A New Year, A New Set of Resolutions (part 2)
Yesterday I posted a few suggestions that I hoped would be helpful in keeping new resolutions. Upon further reflection, I think there are three more that I’d like to add. If you’ve made some resolutions, or just want to change … Continue reading
Posted in Bible commentary, Christian Leadership, Christianity, Church Growth, New Testament, Uncategorized
Tagged anger, change, Christ, church, courage, faith, help, memory, mnemonic devices, new resolutions, problems, promises, reminders, repentance, resolutions, resolve, root of the problem, sins, specificity
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A New Year—A New Set of Resolutions
Well, Happy New Year! I trust that things have gotten off on the right foot for you—so far. While we’re thinking about new starts, new years, new beginnings, let me once again nudge you about a new blog I’ve started … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Leadership, Christianity
Tagged Christ, courage, faithfulness, habits, hope, improvement, new years resolutions, obedience, resolutions, righteousness, wisdom
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Authentic Humility
Humility is a sneered-at word. Who wants to be humble? It is equated with weakness, being a victim, and impotency. Pride, on the other hand, is envied, vaunted, and promoted. Why? Possibly because we’ve often misunderstood what humility is. This … Continue reading
Posted in Bible commentary, Christian Leadership, Christianity, Church Growth, New Testament, Parenting
Tagged Christ, church, courage, disciples of jesus, faith, generosity, Gospel, grace, hope, humility, judgment, love, meaning of life, mercy, Messiah, obedience, pattern, religion, sacrifice, salvation, sin, theology, wisdom
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David’s Advice for Building a House for God
1 Chronicles 28:9, 10 “As for you, my son Solomon, know the God of your father, and serve Him with a whole heart and a willing mind; for the LORD searches all hearts, and understands every intent of the thoughts. … Continue reading
Posted in Bible commentary, Christian Leadership, Christianity, Church Growth, New Testament, Old Testament
Tagged Christ, church, courage, discipleship, distractions, divided loyalties, evangelism, faith, faithfulness, fear, Gospel, grace, hope, judgment, knowing the Lord, love, meaning of life, obedience, pattern, prayer, pride, purpose, religion, salvation, Temple, unity
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Breakfast with the Boys
I just enjoyed a breakfast with my two grandsons (6 and 3) before they took off for school and I flew back to Boston (I’m writing on the plane). Dad had made them waffles, cut them up into bite sized … Continue reading
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Which Is It, Love or Fear?
Love and fear are often placed in opposition to each other in the realm of religion. They seem on the surface to be mutually exclusive, when it comes to discipleship and service to the Lord. The clear preference is for … Continue reading →