“The intercession of the Holy Spirit for the saints in this present evil world must be made through believers filled with the Holy Spirit…. Many blamed young converts for backsliding, but we blamed ourselves, because we were not in a position to pray them through to victory. Oh, the tragedy, to be helpless in front…
Vince Lombardi wrote, “Football is like life – it requires perseverance, self-denial, hard work, sacrifice, dedication and respect for authority.” Beware of the consequences of rebelling against delegated authority. Korah, Dathan, Abriram and On with 250 renowned leaders assembled together against Moses and Aaron and said all the congregation were holy. They asked why Moses and Aaron…
No task or enterprise will succeed unless you have accountability. People rebel and lose focus unless they are made accountable for their actions. I know from experience having a coach or partner helps you stay focused on your goals. God’s “disciplines us for our good, that we may share in his holiness” (Heb. 12:10). When…
America has a crisis of confidence in its government, its large businesses, its schools and its churches. For the last few decades Americans have been leaving existing organizations and not joining new ones. Robert Putnam discussed the decline in social capital the US has experienced in his book Bowling Alone. Part of our loss of leadership…
It’s easy to take revenge when people seek to harm you. It’s a test whether you will trust God or seize control. Because God rules over authorities, respond respectfully and righteously. He rewards integrity, not when you take matters in your own hands. Instead of insubordination, David practiced submission in 1 Sam. 24. Saul…