1 Peter 1:14-16 Nkjv

“As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, s……

“As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, s……

This series was first published in January 2019. -ed. As obedient children, do not be conformed to the former lusts which were yours in your ignorance, but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior; because it is written, “You shall be holy, for I am holy.” (1 …

It always saddens me to watch church leaders bring reproach on the church of Jesus Christ. What’s perhaps most shocking to me is how frequently Christian leaders sin grossly, then step back into leadership almost as soon as the publicity dies away. It seems like Christians don’t expect much of their leaders anymore. Some time …

Originally published July 9th, 2020Accountability Within a Church BodyThe concept of church discipline can often make Christians uncomfortable for several reasons. Either they have seen it practiced and exercised improperly, or the idea of a group holding each other accountable for how they live is offensive. As Americans, we live in a very independent culture. Individuality is esteemed and independence is encouraged. The concept of “we” and “our” as pertains to community and a people in a coven…

When the Lord began to speak through Hosea, the Lord said to him, “Go, marry a promiscuous woman and have children with her, for like an adulterous wife this land is guilty of unfaithfulness to the Lord.” – Hosea 1:2, NIV Then the Lord said to me, “Go and love your wife again, even though she commits adultery with another lover. This will illustrate that … Continue reading “Abusing the Example of Hosea”…

What Does the Bible Teach about Church Membership? The concept of church discipline can make a lot of Christians uncomfortable for several reasons. Either they have seen it practiced and exercised in an improper way, or the very idea of a group of people holding each other accountable for how they live is offensive. As Americans, we live in a very independent culture. Individuality is esteemed and independence is encouraged. The concept of “we” and “our” as pertains to community and a people ……

Originally published July 9th, 2020Accountability Within a Church BodyThe concept of church discipline can often make Christians uncomfortable for several reasons. Either they have seen it practiced and exercised improperly, or the idea of a group holding each other accountable for how they live is offensive. As Americans, we live in a very independent culture. Individuality is esteemed and independence is encouraged. The concept of “we” and “our” as pertains to community and a people in a coven…

Have you ever thought about what you're thinking and how it matters to God? Please, read 1st Peter 1:13-25 to prepare for today’s lesson. If this is th ...…

Persecution may be a foreign experience for most of us, but it has been the norm for most Christians throughout church history. In a culture that seems increasingly hostile to the biblical worldview, we should not fear or panic. We can find the joy, comfort, and courage that God has provided for us in His …