The Measure of Maturity
Jesus said His disciples would be known by their love. Beloved, to walk in covering love is to show ourselves truly acquainted with Christ.
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Jesus said His disciples would be known by their love. Beloved, to walk in covering love is to show ourselves truly acquainted with Christ.
When we are drawn into the family of God we are connected, one to another. We will not be defined by our differences but by our shared love for God.
Division and discord feel as rampant as ever, and nowhere is that more evident than in social media. Snark and sarcasm have become weapons of choice, wielded to belittle those who hold opposing views.
A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if…
Do you run and hide from things you are afraid of, or if you think they are too difficult for you?
"Speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ.” Ephesians 4:15
Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. To these I commit my day.
Think for a moment about the people you influence. The ones you meet at your local coffee shop, the grocery store, clothing store and online, as well as your neighbors, coworkers, church and family.
If you see someone in need, reach out in love. Find ways to ease their pain, hold their hand, or just listen without judgment.
Heavenly Father, We thank you for Jesus who came as the light that we may have the 'Light of life' and that we can let Him shine through us, giving light to this dark…
What's in your hand? What have you been leaning on all these years? Is it a natural ability? Is it a drug? Is it something you're good at? Is it your reputation (or lack…
“But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.” 2 Corinthians 4:7
The "Golden Rule" is so straightforward, isn't it? Sometimes we make things, especially religious things, far too complicated and complex.
Today's Challenge: Speak with those who are going through trials and let them know you understand what they are going through.
In our lives as Christians, we need to remind each other of what we are doing right and just simply say, "Hey, you're doing well'"
We can never determine all the why’s of God’s leading. But we know this . . . His own, silent answer to our why’s have a greater meaning than we could ever comprehend.
In today’s world, believers need an infallible moral compass to ensure they don’t surrender to popular opinion.
"When I first became a believer, there was nobody to disciple me so I...” was the same story I had heard time and again, unfortunately. New followers of Christ who have never attended church…
When we all do our part in the body of Christ, everyone gets a job, everyone gets honored and everyone's important.
"He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.” Psalm 23:3
A hunger for the heavenly Father doesn’t ordinarily appear all of a sudden, fully matured, in one’s heart. Most of the time, it’s something that must be cultivated, and the best place to begin…