You are clearly not in control of the details or destiny of your life, yet as a rational, purposeful, emotional being, you cry for a deep and abiding sense of well-being. In your quest, what you are actually discovering is that you were hardwired to be connected to Another….In this way, every human being is on a quest for…
Category Archives: Gospel
Be Encouraged: Matthew 6:26—I am are very valuable to Christ. Matthew 9:2; Mark 2:5—I am Father’s forgiven son/daughter. Matthew 9:36-38—I am the Good Shepherd’s shepherded sheep. Matthew 10:31; Luke 12:7—I am of great worth to Father. Matthew 12:12—I am of much value to Christ. Matthew 18:10-14—I am Father’s precious, protected little one. Mark 3:34-35—I am…
The biblical depiction of fallen mankind is desperate, dark and dire. Consider the following descriptions of an unregenerate person: Our eyes are blind to the glories of the gospel (Matthew 13:14-15, John 12:39-40, 2 Corinthians 4:4). Our minds are darkened and hostile toward God (Romans 8:7, Ephesians 4:18, Colossians 1:21). Our ears are deaf to…
3 Practical Encouragements I want to think through some practical child evangelism tips for parents and teachers: 1. We must show Jesus to children in simple language. It is necessary to avoid complicated theological jargon and simply teach the message of Jesus’ death and resurrection. As Martin Luther has said: When I preach I don’t…
Some have quit calling people to walk the aisle and make a public decision for Christ because they think their theology implies that inviting people to respond to Christ is unnecessary. Others have quit calling people to come down front because they think everyone within earshot is already saved. Still, there are many churches out…