As Peter says, shepherds are called to care for and build up their flock. This necessitates authority to govern and speak into the lives of those under them, but also to speak out God’s spiritual authority and blessing over them. Let’s dive in!
Read MoreWait and pray, pray and wait, this is our calling. And to these we add trusting in God.
Read MoreCan we really impact our grown children? Yes! The more we can become part of their social structure in a healthy way, the more our spirit will touch their spirit and help them understand the truth.
Read MoreSeeking forgiveness from others is the process of seeking to reconcile, to make right, and possibly even renew a broken relationship. As you reconcile with your child (or children), you are building the relational bridge upon which they can return to you and perhaps to the Father Himself.
Read MoreWhat does pride look like to our children? Especially when they are young, but even as adults, our children seek genuine relationship from us. Arrogance and pride are self-focused, and feel like neglect to our children.
Read MoreLove expressed as mercy and grace is one of the best ways we can build relational bridges with our children, or anyone for that matter. Strong relationships are where love, grace, and truth can be expressed, which accelerates the opportunity for life change in those we love.
Read MoreWe wait, we pray, we love, and we humble ourselves before our own children and others. By doing so, we build a bridge of communion and communication which can be accessed in time of need when they are ready.
Read MoreWe are created by God to experience and live in His presence and in joy. When we walk by the Spirit and live in the Spirit, it will become a part of us and flow out from us.
Read MoreDo you want to learn to walk in the way of the Spirit? It takes practice. It takes humility. It takes community. But it is possible.
Read MoreWhat God wants for us is our best. He is not only a God to be feared, but a God who loves us beyond measure. He doesn’t only act in a loving way; He actually is love.
Read MoreAs we heal mentally, emotionally, in heart, and in spirit, the love of God becomes more evident, and we become thankful for the love that controls, constrains, and literally holds us together.
Read MoreSo how do we need to reorient ourselves from rules to relationship with God? To change our behavior, we need to change our heart. To change our heart, we need to change our real beliefs.
Read MoreIf we can’t get along with each other, it will be hard to recognize us from the culture around us. Yes, we are all broken and all different, but God’s love is working in the heart of every single believer so we can let God shine.
Read MoreJesus says that we are already salt and light. In context, this means that we are God’s change agents on assignment.
Read MoreConfession is a powerful spiritual tool that God has given us. The more we understand it and use it, the more powerful it becomes.
Read MoreJesus has chosen you to be his friend. “You did not choose me, but I chose you…” How incredible is that! So how do friends relate? Friends work together, share what is on their mind with one another and are willing to sacrificially give of themselves for the good of the other.
Read MoreWe must understand that, because we are in Christ and Christ is in us, we have authority as we submit to God. This authority is in order to resist the devil, stand firm, and serve as Christ’s ambassadors.
Read MoreWhat a year we leave behind! What a year lays ahead! God is in control—no matter how out of control our years may seem to be. Let’s be intentional to not miss the opportunities the Lord has given us.
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