No, the church isn’t perfect, but then again, it never has been! But we endeavor to worship, follow, and follow the example of the only One who is and ever was perfect.
A Miraculous Escape
The miraculous spiritual power of God is precious because it is God's and it comes – or does not come – according to His sovereign plan.
Pride Comes Before a Fall
One of the greatest tests in our own lives as to whether we are walking in the spirit or being led by our flesh is pride.
What Should We Do?
There is a question that stands out above all others. It is a question that arises from the depths of the very soul with which we were created.
Who Should We Obey?
The Spirit of God will always lead us to stand for what is right over what is popular, or what is safe.
One Heart, One Mind
The Spirit of God united them and they lifted their voices TOGETHER. The people were of one heart and one mind, and God was pleased to answer their requests.
In Whose Name Have You Done This?
Each of them was a follower just like us – through whom God chose to work to bring glory to His Name. They all knew it wasn’t about them; it was all about Him. And it still is!
How Can This Be?
The early church looked radically different from the world around them . . . to the point others were drawn to ask, “How can this be?”
As They Waited
Are you waiting on God? The early disciples learned waiting does not mean inactivity.
Revival Over Capacity
The sign simply said, “Revival Over Capacity.” My first thought was, i hope so, because if it truly is God’s activity, it will be beyond our capacity to fully understand or define.
A Journey on the Damascus Road
Whatever prompted us to embark on our journey, God can – and will – use it for us to have a fresh encounter with Him and to experience the transformation He intends for our lives.
There is No Such Thing as a Small Act of Obedience
Are you ignoring the prompting of that still, small voice by trying to convince yourself that your obedience won’t really make a difference?
Is the Door Open or Closed?
Whether they are open or closed, God will use the doorways along our path to lead us to just the right place – at just the right time – to encounter just the right people
Is He Worthy?
Is He worthy? Is God truly worthy? The early church believed He was, and it changed the way they thought about everything.
The Language of the Heart
God created each of us with our own language of the heart – a language that echoes and reflects the language of His heart.
A Divine Delay
If you are in the midst of a delay in your life journey, take heart – there is an end to the delay!
Keep Gazing Upward
As we enter into a new year, will we point our gaze downward on the circumstances that surround us, or upward on the One who is Lord over it all?
Fully Devoted To Whom
Instead of allowing God to shape our devotion, we have allowed our devotion to shape our view … and our reflection … of Him.
A Hidden Journey
Jesus often takes us on a wilderness journey with Him in order to prepare us for the task that He is placing before us. Sometimes those journeys are a very private and personal affair. It’s a “hidden” journey - where God does some of His deepest work in our lives. It's just us and Him. Jesus led the Apostle Paul on a few hidden journeys, and there is much we can learn from those.
If It Is Of God, You Will Not Stop It
Have you ever felt as if God has directed you to do something … but the world around you is standing against you? It would be good to take a reminder from Peter and John.