“Conversion is not the smooth, easy-going process some men seem to think . . . . It is wounding work, of course, this breaking of the hearts, but without wounding there is no saving. . . For more see: “It is Hard to Go to Heaven in America”.
Wednesday is for Prayer “Oh Lord, though I am Yours, I am weak this morning. I’m tired and drained and I need a fresh filling of Your Spirit. I need the strength that only a Word from You can supply. Nurture my soul this day. Thrill me with Your presence. Sustain me physically. Keep me … More Though I am Yours I am Weak
Monday Discussion (Two) Just saw the new Enterprise Car Rental advertising campaign. It’s very simple but behind it is a great lesson for the Church. A series of Enterprise reps come on camera and simply say, “I can make it right.” A few add, “I don’t have to talk to someone else,” or “I don’t need … More What Enterprise Car Rental Can Teach the Church
Monday Discussion And He began speaking a parable to the invited quests when He noticed how they had been picking out the places of honor at the table, saying to them … (Luke 14:7, emphasis added) Questions: How is the church doing at equipping and training disciples to observe life so as to speak into … More Are We Taking Equipping Seriously?
Word’s from Bonhoeffer on a Sunday Afternoon. The Paradox of Obedience and Belief.
Sunday Musings An afternoon helping of Tozer to challenge and excite the heart. Enjoy. THE HOLY SPIRIT GIVES US HIS POWER My speech and my preaching were not with enticing words of man’s wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power. 1 Corinthians 2:4 The Holy Spirit gives us His power, and, thank God, He … More Tozer on the Holy Spirit
Weekend Musings Got this off of the Sacrificial Poets Facebook page. It is titled THE VOICE OF JUSTICE.
Weekend Links Some interesting links here. I love some, was challenged by all, thought some overblown, but I hope you will be encouraged by all to be active for Christ in every decision you make. Have a great weekend and enjoy your worship of God and the fellowship of the saints this weekend. Culture and … More Crony Capitalism; Gov. Christie; Clean Water Crisis; Adoption Ratios at Planned Parenthood; Leadership Freak; and much more
Friday is for Heart Songs “Nothing will change your life more completely and quickly than obedience to the word of the Living God.” We need to train our heats to take joy in simply obeying God, simply hearing his will and doing it–before we know all the results, repercussions and responsibilities that obedience will bring. … More What Will It Take to Change My Life?
Thursday is for Discipleship Sometimes you hear a song and your heart cries out, “Oh God, help me live that way.” This is one of those songs for me. I hope to create/motivate a band of believers at Trinity Church in Watseka, IL who resonate with its lyrics and passion and, before I die, a … More The People of God Should Never Live for Something as Small as the American Dream
