Grace and wisdom of the ages from the 66 books of the Bible, by forty authors, over 2200 years, in three languages, on three continents, with one divinely-inspired theme of love and redemption for every tribe and language and people and nation on earth.
Before dating, before committing to a lifetime together, spend some time serving others together. Love is demonstrated by action, trust is built through faithfulness, and character is revealed over time. Continue ReadingTop Ten Reasons Christian Young Adults Should Serve Together in Children’s Ministry Before Dating
This three-part study examines the Fruit of the Spirit by tracing Paul’s progression through Galatians: what the fruit means, how Spirit-produced Christlike character grows, and how that character becomes visible through restoration, burden-bearing, perseverance, service, and doing good to others. Continue ReadingThe Fruit of the Spirit: A Three-Part Biblical Study
Conversational steering offers small-group leaders a gracious way to include a dominant participant without embarrassment. By entering, engaging, redirecting, compressing, and releasing the conversation, leaders preserve dignity, encourage balanced participation, keep discussions focused, and promote biblical edification for everyone present. Continue ReadingConversational Steering: A Gentle Way to Include a Dominant Participant
Three simple rules can transform relationships: love is demonstrated by action, trust is built through faithfulness, and repentance is demonstrated by change. Words are cheap, but costly actions over time reveal what we truly believe and who we are becoming. Continue ReadingThree Simple Rules for Letting Actions Speak Louder Than Words
None of these six tips for negotiating with God worked because I forgot God is the creator, savior, sustainer and we are his people, then I remembered that He already loves me and plans the best for me. Continue ReadingI tried these six tips for negotiating with God but something else worked better