1 Peter: Love One Another Deeply, From the Heart (1:22-2:3)
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Love as mutual affection is good. But even better is to love one another with a selfless love that seeks the best for others, and the harmony of the body.
I Will Be With You – Exodus 3:12
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How often do we feel inadequate for the task God has given us? But, as God told Moses "I will be with you", so he will also be with us.
Do All Things for the Glory of God – 1 Corinthians 10:31
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How do I know if something glorifies God or not? For instance, when I go out for a run in the morning, is God glorified? That can be hard to answer. But I try and imagine God being physically present with me in the activity; running down the road alongside me. Am I embarrassed to…
The Doctrine of Election: Who Are the Elect?
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The doctrine of election is confusing and lies at the heart of many theological disputes. It simply refers to God's choosing of his people.
To Obey is Better than Sacrifice – 1 Samuel 15:22
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Don't be satisfied with just the outward forms of worship. God wants our hearts more than empty worship. To obey is better than sacrifice.
There is No One Righteous, Not Even One – Romans 3:10-12
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No one is good enough to be righteous in God's sight. All of us have gone our own way. But we can experience his righteousness through Christ.
1 Peter: Living as an Alien, a Foreigner in this World (1:17-21)
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Peter calls on us to live our lives here as aliens, foreigners in this world. We have been redeemed and brought into the kingdom of God. So live like it
Blessed Is the One Whose Sin Is Forgiven – Psalm 32:1-2
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Is there sin coming between you and God? Confess it and experience his forgiveness. Blessed is the one whose sin is forgiven.
Washed, Sanctified, and Justified – 1 Corinthians 6:11
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As those who have been washed, sanctified and justified, it is only appropriate that we live the rest of our lives here seeking to honor and serve the one who made that possible. Dare to live the rest of your life set apart in service to the king. Praise God for his indescribable gift.
What is the Relationship Between Israel and the Church?
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Israel and the Church! Has the church replaced Israel? Are there two covenant people? Or are they just one new body in Christ?
But I Trust In You Lord – Psalm 31:14-16
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What do you do when trouble presses in on you? Do you despair? Or do you follow David's example and trust in the Lord, looking for his deliverance?
Who Makes You Different – 1 Corinthians 4:7
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We are all equipped in different ways to serve within the body of Christ. Rather than look at others, serve in the way you are gifted.
