Partakers of His Suffering
…but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings… —1 Peter 4:13
If you are going to be used by God, He will take you through a number of experiences that are not meant for you personally at all. They are designed to make you useful in His hands, and to enable you to understand what takes place in the lives of…
God Changed What I Wanted In A Life Partner
When I was in my second year of university, our youth group went through a half-year course on romantic relationships. During that time, I longed to meet the partner I believe God had prepared for me.
A Bondservant of Jesus
I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me… —Galatians 2:20
These words mean the breaking and collapse of my independence brought about by my own hands, and the surrendering of my life to the supremacy of the Lord Jesus. No one can do this for me, I must do it myself. God may bring me up to this point three…
One of Us
Jesus coming to earth is more than the story of a baby in a manger. It is God’s intimate pursuit to have a deeper connection with His creation. In One of Us you’ll learn that God took on skin in the person of Jesus and became one of us so …
Obedience or Independence?
If you love Me, keep My commandments. —John 14:15
Our Lord never insists on obedience. He stresses very definitely what we ought to do, but He never forces us to do it. We have to obey Him out of a oneness of spirit with Him. That is why whenever our Lord talked about discipleship, He prefaced it with an “If,” meaning,…
There Is Fullness In Being Part Of The Body Of Christ
As Christians, we’re not isolated individuals scattered across the globe. We’re a formidable force, united with one another through Jesus Christ. Today on Discover the Word, the team encourages us to pursue the fullness and richness that comes from being part of a community of believers. Pull up a chair to the table as we […]
When Reality Doesn’t Match Up With Your Dreams
“MORE!!!”
Through the tiny slit of the curtain, the baying fans coalesced into one voice commanding that we come back on stage. It was a frenzy.
Being Firmly Rooted In The One Who Never Fails Us
The storms of life are powerful and often feel relentless. But if we’re firmly rooted in God’s love, nothing can knock us down. And so be part of the group today on Discover the Word, as the team encourages us to root our hope and happiness in the One who never fails us. Join us […]
Being Firmly Rooted In The One Who Never Fails Us
The storms of life are powerful and often feel relentless. But if we’re firmly rooted in God’s love, nothing can knock us down. And so be part of the group today on Discover the Word, as the team encourages us to root our hope and happiness in the One who never fails us. Join us […]
“You Are Not Your Own”
Do you not know that…you are not your own? —1 Corinthians 6:19
There is no such thing as a private life, or a place to hide in this world, for a man or woman who is intimately aware of and shares in the sufferings of Jesus Christ. God divides the private life of His saints and makes it a highway for the…
Perfect Unity
I’ve witnessed church conflict close up, and it’s often not pretty. Accusation and counteraccusation, name-calling, gossip, betrayal, and heartache—all of these can oppose the fullness of life that God has brought. Unresolved conflict among God’s people can not only rip apart its members, but can also weaken and destroy our witness to a watching world.
What If My Personality Does Not Fit My Church?
While I was never one of the cool kids in school, I have a personality that’s easily welcomed in church. I’m bubbly. I’m a married, creative mother (bonus!) with domestic-diva interests and a bleeding heart. I’m high-capacity in my time management and irreverent in the right ways. So my gifts, talents, and temperament can really gain me respect in these circles.
Being Firmly Rooted In The One Who Never Fails Us
The storms of life are powerful and often feel relentless. But if we’re firmly rooted in God’s love, nothing can knock us down. And so be part of the group today on Discover the Word, as the team encourages us to root our hope and happiness in the One who never fails us. Join us […]
Being Firmly Rooted In The One Who Never Fails Us
The storms of life are powerful and often feel relentless. But if we’re firmly rooted in God’s love, nothing can knock us down. And so be part of the group today on Discover the Word, as the team encourages us to root our hope and happiness in the One who never fails us. Join us […]
