I often think of this example of how God works in our lives. There’s an overweight person sitting on their couch and praying to God: “God, just say the word and I’ll be slim, healthy and fit.” To which God answers, “Yes I could do that but that’s not how…
Category: calling
Do It For The Lord
Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. (Colossians 3:23) As we travel the Path of Life, we work for many things; our job, sports, school, home chores, volunteer duties, church activities, etc. We’re all workers of some sort. But…
Step Out!
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6) Sometimes, maybe many times, we’re confronted with a situation where we need to, by faith, step out and do the…
Circle Of Influence
“In everything set them an example by doing what is good.” (Titus 2:7) Influence is defined as, “The capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something.” The Urban Dictionary defines circle of influence as, “People you know whom you may receive assistance from…
The Called, The Chosen
“For many are called, but few are chosen.” (Matthew 22:14) Who is called? The Greek word translated “church”, in the New Testament, ekklesia, means “a called-out assembly.” So it’s “the church” who is called. And, who is part of the church, the congregation, the body? “There is one body and…