We all have different abilities, gifts and talents. Within corporate church systems, some members of the body are recruited or convinced they are 'called' to function in a part of the ministry they are not comfortable with. Others have chastised … [Read more]
How Do You Know If You’re Building On The Rock and Not The Sand? (Matthew 7:26)
Jesus said, “It’s not enough to hear my words, you need to act on them” (see Matt. 7:24). Okay, but what sort of action did Jesus have in mind? What words are you supposed to do? You need a good answer to this question lest you be like the … [Read more]
1069. The Will of God for You (Part 2)
It is difficult to experience the peace of God to the fullest if we're steadily or periodically wondering whether we're in God's will. It becomes even more complicated if we're worried what the negative ramifications might be if we become convinced … [Read more]
Why Do You Serve? – What Does Romans 12:11 Mean?
Why do you go to church? Why do you serve on the ministry team? Why do you visit the sick or those in jail? Why do you go on mission trips and sponsor hungry kids? Why do you host visitors? Why do you lead a Bible study? I suspect if you put these … [Read more]
1068. The Will of God for You
People can go through all kinds of stress and worry while wondering or trying to figure out what God's will is for their life. It can result in this life becoming heavy and hard instead of light and easy. Sometimes it's just a matter of trusting God … [Read more]
What does Faith Without Works Mean? (James 2:14)
The most controversial verse in the most controversial book in the Bible is probably this one: Even so faith, if it has no works, is dead, being by itself. (James 2:17) What did James mean? Was he contradicting Paul, who said we are justified … [Read more]
1067. Is There Such a Thing as a License to Sin?
Within varying degrees of legalism found in a mixed-covenant church culture, it has been said that grace can result in a license to sin if it isn't balanced with a message of religious law and works. The concerns that grace alone will cause people to … [Read more]
1066. Our Reward Is an Unearned Inheritance
There are people who show compassion and do good things to help others. Some are Christians, others are not. Some do it from a loving heart, others do it to try to earn points with God or to be seen by others for recognition. When abiding in grace, … [Read more]
Angry With God? The Hidden Belief That Steals Your Peace
I know of a woman who is angry with God. You might think she is angry because she has lost a child or suffered some injustice, but no. Her anger is not based on any particular hurt. This woman has served the Lord for decades. If we were comparing … [Read more]
1065. Talking Outside the Traditional Box About the B-I-B-L-E
Many Christians consider the Bible as a book that is their connection to God. This is understandable because people tend to desire in seeking ways to make God more tangible within their life and world. The pages are something we can touch and see. It … [Read more]
John Wycliffe on Holiness
Manmade religion thrives because we are ignorant of God’s word. Religion tells us that repentance means “turn from sin,” so we get busy turning from sin. Religion tells us that confession means “review your sins,” so we get busy reviewing our … [Read more]
1064. The Religious Beatdown: “I Felt Worse, Like I Was Never Doing Enough”
A listener shares with us their story of spending decades in several different churches while working at being dedicated and committed to the cause. Over time, they began to struggle with depression, anxiety, guilt and shame. If it seems like there … [Read more]
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