If God has prompted you about something, don’t think He will simply give up. The easiest path is obedience, and that starts with willingness. The “on” switch to willingness is inside of you—and only you can flip it.
Category: grace
Fan the Flame
Life is full of challenges and distractions. It’s up to you to maintain the fire in your heart. In the new birth and the baptism with the Spirit, you received the same Spirit Timothy had. He is not afraid. He is working in you and through you.
Puede Ver La Gracia?
Esté atento a la gracia de Dios en los demás. Recónocela. Fómala. Ayúdalos a encontrar formas de usarla y crecer. Quizás te sorprenda el resultado.
Can You See the Grace?
Watch for the grace of God on others. Recognize it. Encourage it. Help them find ways to use it and grow. You might be surprised at the result.
Don’t Miss the Point
Grace doesn't just forgive sin. It also teaches us how to live properly. It can say, 'I still love you,' and then, 'Now stop that!' Pray for your pastor to have the boldness to train you for effective service.
No itchy ears!
Teaching church folk can be challenging. We either don't understand the first time, forget over time, or probably both. We need to be reminded of our failures and responsibilities, as well as God’s grace, to help us through. Thank God for pastors who provide what we need. Let's go to the assembly of the saints this week, ready to receive what we need.
Take, Learn, Rest.
Jesus declared that all who come to Him will find rest. Our New Creation Sabbath is a person, not a day. Sure, we still need to take time to rest, contemplate, and marvel at His goodness, but we have a New Creation grace that makes rest our default position.
A failed apostle, four different viewpoints, and a one-eared servant
God knows us each by name. Everyone you meet today, including you, has a role to play. We're all important and necessary, but we can't do it alone. If He can use a failed apostle, four different viewpoints, and a one-eared servant to impact the world, He can use you!
Sunday Supernaturally: Amazing Grace, Indeed
“Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; ’Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, And grace will lead me home.”
Sunday Supernaturally: God Knows Best
God uses whom He chooses. He is not limited by their failures, nor impressed by their resume. He can use you! Let Him.
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