November 3, 2024
Prioritize the kingdom of God Proclaim Christ’s kingdom Pledge Heavenly citizenship Pursue eternal victory Reflection questions Is it possible to become too focused on earthly kingdom’s and government that we miss the kingdom of God? What factors might indicate that we’re more committed to earthly kingdoms than Christ’s kingdom? How does Christ’s kingdom differ from… Read More »
October 27, 2024
Spiritual wisdom: The foundation Mature minds: Growing in understanding Growing together: Unity and resilience in Faith Beyond basics: Deepening Faith Reflection questions: In what ways can we cultivate spiritual wisdom in our lives? What practices help you grow in understanding God’s truth? What does it mean to be “mature” in our thinking? How can we… Read More »
October 20, 2024
Characteristics of spiritual immaturity Limited understanding of spiritual depth Divisions and jealousy Inconsistent spiritual practices Easily influenced by external forces Focused on personal desires rather than God’s will Short-term vs. long-term immaturity Short-term immaturity is normal Long-term immaturity is dangerous Practical steps toward spiritual growth Remain grounded in the Gospel of Jesus Christ Daily Bible… Read More »
October 13, 2024
The many distractions of life Busyness vs. focus: choosing what is better Prioritize Christ amid the chaos Guarding your heart from distractions Practical ways to guard your heart Prioritize your spiritual growth Set boundaries on media and tech Practice mindful presence Guard your thoughts Reflection questions: What are some of the primary distractions in your… Read More »
October 6, 2024
The heart that hears but doesn’t respond Complacent leads to spiritual stagnation Breaking free from complacent: a call to renewal 8 practical steps for combating complacency Set spiritual goals Engage in regular prayer Study the Bible actively Serve others Create a spiritual routine Cultivate community Seek spiritual mentorship Reflect on your spiritual growth Reflection questions:… Read More »
September 29, 2024
Understanding the call to Love Demonstrating love though action Finding confidence in Christ Abiding in God’s spirit Reflection questions: How does fully grasping the depth of Christ’s sacrifice challenge the way you define love in your life? In what ways does your understanding of Christ’s love reveal areas where you have been unwilling to sacrifice… Read More »
September 22, 2024
Peace: The foundation of hope Grace: Grit sustained by God’s power Suffering: The development of grit Hope: The promise that fuels Grit Reflection questions: What does it mean to be “justified by faith”? How does this lead to peace with God? How does the peace that comes from being justified with God differ from worldly… Read More »
September 15, 2024
Crucified with Christ “Putting off”the Old Self Practical ways to “put away” the old Daily prayer for a heart aligned with Christ Confession and repentance of specific sins Practicing forgiveness and seeking reconciliation Cultivating humility through serving others selflessly Practicing self-control and patience Developing a heart of compassion Regular reflection and self-examination Surrendering your desires… Read More »
September 8, 2024
Finding patience through rejoicing in God Surrendering worry through prayer Centering your mind on God’s presence Reflection questions: In Philippians 4:4, Paul tells the Philippians to rejoice in the Lord and repeats it. What does rejoicing in the Lord mean? How did Paul show this in his life? What would it look like in your… Read More »
September 1, 2024
The transforming power of God’s grace The sufficiency of God’s grace The daily renewal of God’s grace Reflection questions: In what specific ways has the transformative power of God’s grace reshaped your identity in Christ? How does grace empower you to confront areas of your life where you struggle with sin or unhealthy desires? What… Read More »
