How do we handle conflict? We can get swept up in trying to protect our reputation, retreating, or we can step into our role as ambassadors for Christ and seek the Kingdom. In this passage, Paul experiences a huge pushback from Ephesians for sharing God's identity. The Ephesians see the gospel as a threat to their manmade kingdoms. While our flesh may understand, it's crucial for us to follow the Spirit's leading above all else.
God is worthy of our very best—never just our leftovers. When we grow spiritually lazy or indifferent, our hearts become distracted and start to...
Hebrews 13:7 tells us to 'remember your leaders...imitate their faith'. The call to leadership in the church is one of great responsibility. Leaders are...
We've learned in this series that David's Psalm 31 can be summed up as a "deep personal trust in God within the depths of...