Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Christian counseling and discipleship? Dr. Anderson has experience with both, and his insights into each have a common denominator: good theology. Let’s dive in!
Read MoreWe don’t have to pretend with God in the hope that He will accept us. As His children we’re already accepted, so we are free to be honest with Him.
Read MoreThe shoes of peace, as armor of God, become our protection against the divisive schemes of the devil when we act as peacemakers among believers.
Read MoreA common theme between Jesus’s teaching and Paul’s is that we are not to rely on our own strength, self-effort, or performance as we live out our faith in Christ. But this message continually and subtly works its way into our thinking and our churches. Have you trained yourself to see it when it’s being taught?
Read MoreHave we believed that we could be successful and live victoriously by our own strength and resources? We absolutely need God, and we desperately need each other.
Read MoreIs there a difficult person or situation you are facing in your life right now? Rather than just wishing it would go away, have you asked the Lord what He is trying to teach you through your trial? Have you specifically asked Him what character trait of Jesus He is developing in you through your experience?
Read MoreRebelling against God leads to nothing but trouble. And being submissive to God-ordained authority demonstrates faith. As you submit to God’s line of authority, you are choosing to believe that He will protect you and bless you.
Read MoreThe true knowledge of God, which can only be discovered in an intimate relationship with Him, is available to the world through Jesus Christ. In Christ we are able to know God personally—not just know about Him.
Read MoreEvery believer has struggled with condemning thoughts, but when we put on the armor of God, we are putting on the breastplate of righteousness, which is our defense against Satan’s accusations.
Read MoreThere is no need to be anxious about God’s providential care if we seek Him first.
Read MoreThe main qualification for helping others find freedom is not an unusual giftedness or calling. It is godly character and the ability to teach.
Read MoreDeception is the devil’s greatest weapon, and God’s Word is our first line of defense, which is why the belt of truth is the first piece of God’s armor.
Read MoreChrist already died to sin, and because you are in Him, you have died to sin too. It doesn't matter whether you feel dead to sin or not; you are to consider it so because it is so.
Read MoreGod loves us not because we are lovable, but because it is His nature to love us.
Read MorePutting on the armor of God requires an active participation on our part. We cannot passively take our place in Christ.
Read MorePhilippians tells us that we can do all things through Christ. But what exactly does “all things” pertain to? Let’s take a look.
Read MoreIn order to believe God and His Word, we must do what He says. Faith and action are inseparable.
Read MoreEmotions are helpful as an early warning system; they let us know that something in our life needs to be addressed. Do you spend time with God discussing your emotions so that you can live righteously as God desires? Or do you let your emotions get the best of you, driving you to mistreat others so you can feel better?
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