Why do so many relationships fall apart? Because we fail to practice the essential principles of Christ’s teachings.
forgiveness
God’s huge capacity to love – listening to a teenager pray…
Feature image (above): “Passing the peace at WFPC” But if we confess our sins, [God] is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from everything we’ve done wrong. – 1 John 1:9 This morning, with the… Read More ›
the deep meaning of communion is found in community, mercy, and grace…
The mystery, the deep spirituality of communion, comes not from the hands of the priest but from the hearts of the people.
loved, forgiven, set free, and – yes – practitioners of holiness…
We are called to be compelling evidence that God’s reconciling love through Jesus is credible, available, transformational, and invitational.
be more like Peter than Judas!
Remember, Peter also betrayed Jesus. The difference seems to be that Peter accepted forgiveness and then moved on
“But, there is forgiveness with you…”
If you, O Lord, should mark iniquities, Lord, who could stand? But there is forgiveness with you… – Psalm 130:3-4 This week I’ve been concentrating hard on my new book – a mixture of fulfillment, excitement, frustration, disappointment, and anticipation…. Read More ›
the restoration initiative of the gospel #armorofGod
Saturday mornings I meet with a small group of men for Bible-study, mutual encouragement, prayer, and accountability. It’s called a “covenant group,” meaning we meet around a series of agreements, including confidentiality. Covenant groups are a growing emphasis at our… Read More ›
a few words about Christians behaving badly on-line…
“One thing is for sure, if anyone is going to be rejecting me, condemning me for my sin, and saying I have no place in the community of faith, it’s not going to be Jesus. You see, Jesus has already… Read More ›
What we have been is past; what we shall be still awaits us…
“I tell you, her sins, which were many, have been forgiven; hence she has shown great love. But the one to whom little is forgiven, loves little.” Then Jesus said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.” But those who were at the… Read More ›
Gratitude and Grace – World Communion Sunday
May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the… Read More ›
