If it's "the thought that counts", what are our thoughts as we give of ourselves?
Tag: Glorifying God
From Fasting to Celebrating
When God has turned things around for our good, do we celebrate or complain about what is still wrong?
How to Celebrate
Let's celebrate as a community, not just as individuals
Are You Focusing on the Goal, or the Tasks?
Following Jesus isn't about doing a bunch of "good deeds". There's a plan and a purpose, of which our actions are just a part
Now That I Have Your Attention…
As human beings, we have unique gifts by which we can praise and glorify God
Celebrating and Being Satisfied
Let us not only fill up on what we hunger and thirst for, but also celebrate that we can do so
Side Benefit
The advantages of obeying God don't always just stop with our own blessings
Root Cause Analysis
There are a lot of ugly, messy kinds of sins in this world, but maybe they can be traced back to a common decision in the lives of those who practice them.
What Happens When You Ignore the Truth?
Have we considered the starting point of evil behavior? Romans 1 gives us some clues as to where it starts...and how it might be fixed.
Could Someone Else Vouch For Your Faith?
If someone were to describe you, would they be able to make the case that you love God and love others?
Why Grow?
Do we grow in our Christian faith just to better ourselves?
Despised for Praising God?
What happened when David was criticized for praising God?
Reminders – for us and for God
Do you ever remind God about His promises to you?
Proclaiming Reminders
Would we be willing to stand and proclaim our experiences with God, both to Him and to anyone else who would hear?
Infinite Prayers
We may be challenged to "pray big", once we start to comprehend God's power, but is there something even more than that?
Look Towards the Wilderness
Where can we look when we are in imminent danger of losing hope?
I Don’t Celebrate That
Paul, in his letter to the early church in Rome, had some specific things to say about diversity of how to serve God.
Trying to Take Over
I'm pretty sure that I am not in charge of any kingdoms. So, why do I act like it, sometimes?
Rock Star
As we watch how people are put on a pedestal in society, what can we learn from that?
Preaching About Ourselves
If you've got a great story to tell, why keep it to yourself?