“’Get out of here, Satan,’ Jesus told him. ‘For the Scriptures say, “You must worship the Lord your God and serve only Him.”’” (Matthew 4:10 NLT) Serving God takes many forms and can at times create a very thin line between serving and being served. There are three words in Greek that can be translatedContinue reading “To Serve or Be Served?”
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Peace and Purity
“Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do His work and build up the church, the body of Christ.” (Ephesians 4:11-12 NLT) The role of the local church is clearly defined in Scripture,Continue reading “Peace and Purity”
Do You Aspire to Be a Gospel Superstar?
“This is a trustworthy saying: ‘If someone aspires to be an elder,’ he desires an honorable position.” (1 Timothy 3:1 NLT) Aspiration can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, if I lack aspiration, I can waste the gifts and talents the Lord has given me and miss opportunities to be used of HimContinue reading “Do You Aspire to Be a Gospel Superstar?”
Tim Keller: Pastor, Author, Theologian
*Today’s post is taken entirely from a BreakPoint article that appeared May 23, 2023, in recognition of Pastor Tim Keller’s passing. Having often read and used quotes from Pastor Keller’s writings, I also wanted to take this opportunity to thank the Lord for his life and ministry. Additionally, I want to give you exposure toContinue reading “Tim Keller: Pastor, Author, Theologian”
What Is Ministry?
“Then we apostles can spend our time in prayer and teaching the word.” (Acts 6:4 NLT) Did you know the word “ministry” isn’t used in any of the four Gospel accounts in the King James Version of the Bible? It seems ironic on some levels that the first use of the word in the KJVContinue reading “What Is Ministry?”
Walking With Jesus 