Lord, King Rehoboam refused the advice of the elders to rule as a servant of the people. He chose oppression and ungodly power. The kingdom was divided between two ungodly leaders who went their own way. Your way to leadership and greatness is service. You have said that the one who wishes to be great … Continue reading Make Us Servant Leaders – 1 Kings 12
Blogger Note: Our church elders kindly agreed to purchase the book Don't Waste Your Life (Crossway) by John Piper for the young adults in our church. This is a letter I wrote to our young adults to go along with the book. It is a personal plea that echoes Dr. Piper's book. I am posting … Continue reading A Plea to Our Young Adults (and Everyone Else)
As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory … Continue reading Prayers for the Church Gathering July 21, 2024
Blogger Note: This is a slightly edited version of a post from October 7, 2022. As I watch the news, listen to speeches filled with empty promises and absolute nonsense, and watch the downward spiral of our culture, there are biblical descriptors that continually come to mind. Perhaps you have thought of these verses lately. … Continue reading Wage War Against Despair
When iniquities prevail against me,you atone for our transgressions.Psalm 65:3 Father, We know what it is like to be overwhelmed with our iniquities and sins. This has been part of your gracious way to bring us into the Kingdom of your Beloved Son. By your Spirit, you gave us life, opened our blind eyes to … Continue reading You Atone for Our Transgressions
Psalm 20:7–87 Some trust in chariots and some in horses,but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.8 They collapse and fall,but we rise and stand upright. The events from this past weekend were startling. The assassination attempt of former President Trump was shocking. I opened my laptop to write on Saturday and … Continue reading We Trust in the Name of the LORD Our God
Family worship is missing in many Christian families. This is concerning, considering passages like Deuteronomy 6:4-9 and Ephesians 6:4 which make it clear that father's are expected to lead their families in discipleship and worship. The thought of leading family worship can be overwhelming, especially if it was not modeled by your parents. The following … Continue reading Simple Guide to Family Worship
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow meall the days of my life,and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.- Psalm 23:6 Lord, great Shepherd of the sheep, You are good. Your goodness pursues us all our lives. You are merciful and gracious. Your mercy pursues us all our days. You have purchased … Continue reading I Shall Dwell In the Lord’s House Forever – Praying Psalm 23:6
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow meall the days of my life,and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.- Psalm 23:6 “Lord Jesus, Your goodness pursues Your people. There is no way for us to outrun it. There is no way for us to exhaust it. You are infinitely good, and Your … Continue reading Goodness and Mercy Will Pursue Me – Praying Psalm 23:6a
You prepare a table before mein the presence of my enemies;you anoint my head with oil;my cup overflows.- Psalm 23:5 Lord, You have made our cups overflow. We have You as our Shepherd, and You are all that we need. You are our greatest blessing and joy. We are united to You. You are infinite, … Continue reading My Cup Overflows – Praying Psalm 23:5b
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