Just because we are free to do something in the Christian life does not mean we should. There are limits to Christian freedom, but how do we know what those limits are? Paul is quite clear in 1 Corinthians: anything not deemed sinful by the Word of God is permissible. He says, “All things are … Continue reading 3 Limits to Christian Liberty
What is the message I bring to you today? It is this. I think I am safe from the possibility of misunderstanding when I say we supremely need a little more sitting still, a little more silence, a little more time of listening to the voice of Jesus. I am speaking as much to my … Continue reading The Danger of a Restless Faith
I recently had the privilege of joining the Kurt and Kate Morning Show on Moody Radio, Florida, where we delved into two distinct topics regarding the Christian experience. The first discussion centered around the Lord providing us with strength during challenging times. We explored the article "Walking in God's Strength" and shared personal experiences and … Continue reading Exploring the Christian Experience
We look to Christ’s life for our salvation and righteousness, but do we also look to His story to define our own? Or do we think Christ merely gets us into heaven, yet it’s our job to ensure our lives are up to par? While we know only He can save us, we often think … Continue reading 3 Responses to Falling Short
Many people think they have peace with God. Instead, their inner peace flows from a deceptive heart. There is a peace that passes all understanding, and it is one of the most blessed aspects of the Christian life. The foundation of this peace is the cross of Jesus, where our sins find forgiveness, and the … Continue reading 5 Signs Our Inner Peace Might Be a Deceptive Calm
I am having one of those days—one of those days when my mind is cloudy, and I desire to meditate on God’s Word but cannot seem to focus. I need to be productive. I need to write a blog post, but my heart and mind do not seem to have what it takes. I have … Continue reading The Antidote to a Sluggish Soul
How do we live with discouragement? When people look at you, they see courage, but you know it is nothing but a stiff upper lip. The last thing you want to do is burden your loved ones more than necessary, so you keep your disappointment as hidden as possible. The problem is that every setback … Continue reading Discouragement is not Always our Enemy
We can often find ourselves in spiritually desolate places. What makes a time or place desolate? Sometimes, it is the sin of those around us. People can sin against us, and the pain they cause can be deep and personal. Other times, rulers and authorities grieve our hearts by calling evil good and good evil. … Continue reading God’s Provision in Desolate Places
We live in a world full of revilers and mockers. Even Christians can fall into this behavior, but against the Lord and his people, there seems to be no limit to the blasphemies that come out of the mouths of men. It will soon come to an end. In the book of Joshua, we find … Continue reading Silencing the Mockers Tongue
There are few things more frustrating than being wrongly accused. I remember trying to bring peace to a situation where two people were at each other's throats. No matter what I tried, one person was unwilling to come to the table. This person refused to be reconciled because the other person accused her of doing … Continue reading How to Respond to False Accusations
The Fight of Faith 