Do you get discouraged that many Christians are indistinguishable from unbelievers? Their compromising lifestyles conform to the world. Instead of being on fire for God, they are lukewarm. Passiveness instead of passion becomes their calling card. They re
A person reigns with Christ and shepherds the nations by:1. Walk in Christ’s love doing first works2. Endure suffering, poverty and persecution3. Obey teaching from whole counsel of God4. Be pure without compromise or idolatry 5. Walk in Christ’s victory to overcome busyness and over-confidence6. Embrace evangelistic opportunities relying on God7. Listen to Jesus’ voice for zealous…
Proclaiming God’s truth to extend the gospel is seen by testing the spirits to distinguish truth from falsehood, love God and others through the Holy Spirit, pray for sinning brothers to be kept safe from the evil one and idols, walk in Christ’s teaching without welcoming false teachers, and support gospel workers with hospitality and…
The results of proclaiming God’s truth for joyful fellowship include: 1. Walk like Jesus by loving God and others 2. Grow spiritually with forgiven sins, overcome evil one and know God so you don’t love the world 3. Listen to the Holy Spirit’s teaching ministry and prevent being led astray by lies 4. Fix your hope on Christ’s…
Study and remind yourself of God’s promises in His word to avoid false teaching and being entangled in the world’s corruption after escaping it. Repent and understand His word to grow in the grace and knowledge of Christ. Study God’s Promises and Add Character to Your FaithGod’s divine power gave everything needed for life and…
Those who live by the Spirit in prayer, love, hospitality and spiritual gifts see God’s glory as they participate in Christ’s suffering. They are then equipped to shepherd His flock and receive the crown of life while experiencing exaltation, restoration and strengthening through humility and standing firm in the faith. Live in the Spirit By…
James explains how to gain a life-giving faith. Those who persevere joyfully in trials, study and apply God’s word, love their rich and poor neighbors, express good works through their faith, praise God with their tongue and choose heavenly wisdom gain spiritual maturity, receive crown of life, express pure religion, show mercy and active faith, prevent…
How does a person seek God and exercise faith for eternal reward? Hebrews 11-13 answer that question. Obey God in impossible situations requiring supernatural intervention. Bless others by choosing mistreatment and disgrace. Fight spiritual battles without knowing the results. Fix your eyes on Jesus submitting to His discipline. Worship God by living in peace and…
God is active in rescuing prodigals beginning with His sovereignty that spurs Him to action. God’s holiness protects prodigals from wrath, His love destroys those who harm them, His righteousness leads to godly lifestyle, His truth purifies their lips to call on Him and His power rescues them so they can walk with God. The…
When Christ is your leader, you will unite as sons of the living God, speak tenderly to restore intimacy with God, love His people sacrificially so they seek redemption in Christ’s blood, follow God’s word to gain knowledge and understanding, admit guilt and seek Him for revival, expose your sin so you cry to Him…
The church at Thessalonica was a model church for us to follow. They shared the gospel everywhere; discipled others; helped people stand firm in the faith; pursued holiness, love and economic independence; encouraged one another because of Christ’s coming again; lived with faith, love and hope in Christ; and fostered holistic transformation. The benefits: served…
“The proof that you love someone is not that you have warm affectionate feelings toward them. The proof is in your actions, your words and your sacrifice, your willingness to give the best of yourself and your willingness to get nothing in return” (Katherine Walden). Spiritual preparation is required for a discipling ministry. Put off…