Can you really be good at something if you've never tried it?
Author: M. Dennis
Unanswered Prayers…or Not?
Would God the Father ever not answer one of Jesus' (God the Son's) prayers?
Compassionate Help
Have you ever been an "armchair counselor"?
Chosen for the Role
Sometimes, there are greater reasons (and not just our personal preferences) for someone to be in a specific role.
“In the House”
Being part of a family comes with privileges, but also responsibilities.
What House Do You Mean?
The metaphor of a house can mean a couple of different things
“Oh, No He Didn’t!”
What would you do if someone said that they knew of a person who was superior to your hero?
How to Get Things Into Focus
What do we do when it's hard to focus on something really important?
When to Ask “Why?”
Sometimes, it's not enough to take something that the Bible says as just a verse or two. The context may teach us much more, if we keep asking questions.
Pretty Impressive, but Not the Most Important
The author of Hebrews makes some pretty impressive statements about angels, but then guides us to Someone who is even more important.
Starting with Jesus
In the book of Hebrews, the author jumps right in without much of an introduction. Let's see what he thought was more important than a greeting.
Thoughts from Galatians 5-6
If what is in our heart reflects in our behavior, shouldn't we expect the same thing to be true for others?
Trying to Keep in Step
It may take work to keep up, but it's worth it.
What Walking by the Spirit Looks Like
If we aren't demonstrating all of the fruit of the Spirit, does that mean we're just not trying hard enough?
What Walking by the Spirit Does Not Look Like
Paul lists a number of "acts of the flesh" in the book of Galatians. Is this just another list of rules, containing things that followers of Jesus must avoid?
What Will I Do Without My Security Blanket?
Have we become too dependent upon a system of rules? Are we afraid to let go of our rules and trust God to lead us?
What Else Is There?
After giving up a life of selfishness and pride for new life through Jesus, have we planned for what we will do next?
Supporter or Family Member?
If we got to be part of a loving, successful family, why would we want to go back to just working for them?
Ready for the Big Day
Sometimes, waiting makes a big event more special.