25 Jun, 2015
For me, living out the Gospel with actions is much more comfortable. I love to serve and give much more than I enjoy speaking. I cherished the popular quote, “Preach the Gospel at all times, and when necessary use words,” until I realized it is not what Scripture teaches. God’s Word clearly instructs us to both live and proclaim the Gospel...18 Jun, 2015
As many words poured forth from admirers of Elisabeth Elliot this week, my heart was celebrating for Elliot as she was finally at rest eternally under the wings of her Savior. Writers have captured her life’s history, her spunky personality, and given credit to this hero of the faith for encouraging many followers in their pursuit of Christ-like holiness...
26 May, 2015
When we moved it was so difficult for me to tell people about our lives in the here and now. My identity had become so entangled with ministry that not being a part of it left me feeling like I was walking around with half of my face missing. I felt awkward and self-conscious when I met new people. I wasn’t sure who I was anymore, so I was even less sure of how to present myself to others. I grew to dread meeting new people because I thought I had to come up with some sort of important or meaningful identity...
05 Apr, 2015
As seen in Galatians, the resurrection of Jesus Christ established apostolic authority from men like Paul, ends the authority of the Law, sin, and the flesh over the life of believers, and ushers in a new creation as we await Jesus’ return...
