Our natural reaction to persecution is anger, but Jesus calls us to love and serve our enemies.
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The Life of Christ in Us
It is easy to forget that we are called to have a personal intimacy with Jesus Christ. We may have head knowledge, but we need more than that.
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Spirit-Filled Spirituality Part 9: The Nature and Purpose of Spiritual Gifts IV
God has given us all spiritual gifts. How can you use yours for the edification of the church?
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The Spiritual Life: The Risks and Rewards of Relationships
God is all about relationships, but if we aren’t careful in how we navigate these relationships, we run the risk of being shallow and unfruitful.
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The Spiritual Life: The Essence of True Greatness
By what do you measure true greatness? Fame? Power? Position or possessions? These worldly parameters are far from the mark according to the Word of God.
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365 Key Chapters of the Bible: John 13
John 13 marks a significant shift in Jesus’ ministry. He’s done numerous public signs to prove that He is the Christ and that it is through Him that one may have life. He now shifts to something different.
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Being, Knowing, and Doing—Part 28 (Stewardship Continued)
Not only does stewardship involve the wise management of our time and money, but it also involves the faithful use of our talents. How can you use the special talents and abilities God has given you for His glory and for the edification of others?
Read MorePracticing the Presence of God: Part 13
Dr. Boa continues his discussion of the invitation of Jesus to pursue God’s presence, exchanging our time and our lives for something worth much more.
Read More1 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.
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