Tag: shepherd

The Manger and the Cross: Unlikely Bookends

The manger and the cross are an unlikely but undeniable pair, like bookends facing the opposite direction: the one, the enduring image of Christmas; the other, the enduring image of Easter.

Favorite Psalms: Psalm 23

The metaphor of God as our shepherd and God’s people as the sheep of his pasture runs through Scripture from Genesis to Revelation. The most famous of these references is certainly Psalm 23.

1 Peter Study, Part 24 (at Christ Church): Qualities of Leadership II

Dr. Boa discusses the importance of maintaining a proper balance in the spiritual leadership of local assemblies.  He addresses potential dangers to avoid and three components of leadership that apply to all of us as we lead in our particular spheres of influence.

1 Peter Study, Part 13 (at Christ Church): Spheres of Authority II

Dr. Boa continues his discussion of the practical application of the spheres of God ordained authority.  Peter transitions from governing authorities to that of the work place.  There is no dichotomy between the sacred and the secular. We are called to do our work as to the Lord rather than for men.  As we look to Him as the Source and to Him for the outcome, we pursue a higher standard than we would otherwise.