My mind runs at a million miles an hour most days. I can analyze myself into a frenzy and dispute an issue until I become insufferable. From theological truths that, while interesting, don’t require application to pertinent decisions that demand action, I often find myself getting stuck in a loop of thought or debate. IsContinueContinue reading “Honoring God in Thought and Action”
Tag Archives: Transformation
Transformed From Glory to Glory
I find it amazing that God chooses to transform our lives instead of rejecting us because of our sin, rebellion, weaknesses, and flaws. He looks at our imperfections as areas in which He can infuse His presence and create perfection. God never tires of doing this. In His mercy, He regularly shows areas where weContinueContinue reading “Transformed From Glory to Glory”
A Lesson in Love
There a few passages of scriptures written by Paul that describe our freedom in Christ and the unfathomable love of God. 1 Corinthians 6:11-12 states, “And such were some of you. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of ourContinueContinue reading “A Lesson in Love”
The Humility of Accepting Imperfection
Characteristic of the lifestyle of a Christian is an imperfect pursuance of Christ. The propensity to sin is present in us all. At times that can be frustrating. Our desire to trust and rely on God gets drowned out when uncertainty comes our way. We purpose in our heart to be more consistent in godlyContinueContinue reading “The Humility of Accepting Imperfection”
Resolute Surrender
It’s the time of the year in which we start to self assess. Did I loose the weight I wanted? Did I stick to that new workout routine? Did I get that promotion? Did I reach out to that estranged friend? Did I limit my screen time and spend more time with family? Sometime after eatingContinueContinue reading “Resolute Surrender”
1 Thessalonians 5:23
I know of God’s overwhelming goodness, yet my heart and mind get weighed down. I feel heavy and scared, somehow holding the knowledge of God’s faithfulness and love in one hand and my sin patterns and desires in another. Both demand my heart. Neither are able to coexist. When that happens my hands needed toContinueContinue reading “1 Thessalonians 5:23”
Faith in the Furnace
Faith is developed through perseverance and continued trust in God when it looks and feels like He has abandoned us.