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The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children (Romans 8:16). OK, so you’ve got to be careful when people claim spiritual knowledge. I mean, I used to work with a woman who came in one … Continue reading
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It’s show time…again. Last night, Beauty and the Beast opened at LifeHouse Theater. This time, Carissa and I are in the production. It was supposed to be Cathy’s turn to audition for a show, but when it comes to making … Continue reading
…God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8) It’s Valentine’s Day, right? OK, so let’s talk love. Forget the hearts and flowers. Forget the candy. Real love sacrifices. … Continue reading
For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave again to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father” (Romans 8:15). Interesting how similar Paul’s discussion of fear is to … Continue reading
You, however, are controlled not by the sinful nature, but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you (Romans 8:9). If. If the Spirit of God lives in you. That there’s a pretty big “if.” If you’re … Continue reading
Those who live according to the sinful nature have their minds set on what that nature desires, but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires. The mind of sinful man … Continue reading
Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death. (Romans 8:1-2) Oh, Beloved, if you … Continue reading
…to the glory of God the Father. (Philippians 2:11b) It was all for the Father’s glory. Exalted to the highest place… given the name above all names… every knee bowing… every tongue confessing him Lord. Looking back at this week’s … Continue reading
…and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord… (Philippians 2:11a) I am so looking forward to this. Just imagine it. Everyone who has ever mocked Christianity, everyone who has ever scoffed at the idea of Creationism, everyone who … Continue reading
…that at the name of Jesus every knee shall bow, in Heaven, on Earth, and under the earth… (Philippians 2:10) We’re not real big on kings here in the good ol’ U.S. of A. Bowing the knee to anyone sort … Continue reading