Today we explore the concept of delighting in the Lord and how it transforms our desires and aligns them with His will. When our delight is centered on the Lord, our desires shift, and we prioritize seeking His kingdom and righteousness above all else. We ought to regularly examine our desires and ensure that they reflect our delight in God, allowing Him to shape and fulfill them according to His perfect plan.
Read MoreToday we consider the folly that abounds in our hearts by nature and how easily it can damage our lives and our testimonies. Transforming that folly into wisdom requires intentional thoughts, words, and deeds that are shaped by the Word of God.
Read MoreIn the Christian life, steadfastness is an essential virtue that allows us to persevere amidst trials. Today we will look at four key qualities that each of us must develop in order to practice steadfastness. If we remain steadfast in the face of the Lord’s testing, we can be confident that we will receive the ultimate reward from Him.
Read MorePsalm 121 presents a picture of the Christian life as a pilgrimage. Just as the Jews faced many dangers as they journeyed up to Jerusalem, so we weary travelers face great afflictions in this world. The psalm calls us to look to our faithful God for help and protection as we journey onward toward our heavenly home.
Read MoreToday we consider seven virtues that together form the foundation for healthy spiritual development. They are what we ought to be praying for the Lord to cultivate in us, in our children, and in our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Read MoreAs Christians, we ought to regularly consider the qualities of a vibrant relationship with God and ask ourselves whether we are spiritually healthy. Are we growing in our experience of God’s love toward unworthy sinners like ourselves?
Read MoreConflict is inevitable in a fallen world. How should we respond when we are at odds with a brother or sister? This morning we examine a few key principles for resolving conflict that will help us to live in harmony with one another and glorify God.
Read MoreToday we consider what humility is and how we can cultivate it in our lives. Likewise, we look at the indicators of pride in our hearts and discuss how we can put it to death.
Read MoreToday we’re reminded of the profound benefits that result from a daily habit of morning prayer.
Read MoreIt’s easy to become discouraged in the battle against our stubborn sin nature. In our passage this morning, we are reminded that God never gives up on us. We can be sure that He will be faithful to finish His work in us despite our unfaithfulness to Him.
Read MoreA crucified God is foolishness to a world that is totally depraved. The cross of Christ painfully exposes the truth about ourselves and the world we live in. But to those who embrace it, it leads to truth and life.
Read MoreAs we process Monday’s horrific tragedy in Nashville, it’s important for us to remember that Jesus weeps alongside us. Although He remains absolutely sovereign over all things, His heart breaks with ours in the afflictions that He uses to accomplish His good and perfect will in the world. This truth ought to comfort us in such times of deep sorrow.
Read MoreThis morning, as we consider the connection between our worries and our prayers, we find that the key to dealing productively with anxious thoughts is to connect them to what we know to be true about God. As we make this a habit, we can experience peace and comfort in even the most worrisome of situations.
Read MoreIt often seems as though God’s presence is hidden. We don’t always sense His nearness, even though He has promised it to all of His children. Today we consider how we can increase our awareness of His presence with us.
Read MoreThe Christian’s faith requires a constant battle that is both relentless and essential. It calls us to look beyond the temporal things of this world and ahead to the enduring treasures of heaven.
Read MoreJesus condemned the Pharisees for their desire to be “seen by others” in all their deeds. The Pharisees’ problem is one that we share: an unhealthy fear of man. This morning we explore how we can know what drives us and repent of our sinful motivations.
Read MoreWhile it is impossible for us to comprehend the fullness of God, we can know something of His heart by what He reveals to us. Our clearest understanding of the Father comes through His living Word, Jesus Christ the Son.
Read MoreEvery Christian is engaged in a fierce battle against the flesh, one that can only be won through the power of the Spirit. This battle is fought primarily in the mind, and victory comes by thinking rightly about our enemy, ourselves, and our Savior.
Read MoreIs your soul troubled, Christian? Look to the Lord for the best antidote to your anxious heart.
Read MoreThe command of Christ requires the believer to take the initiative in his interactions with his neighbor. In all situations, Christ calls us to treat others the way we would want them to treat us if the roles were reversed.
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