Thoughts along the Journey…
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- Growing in Grace
- Attributes of God
- Encouragement
- Trusting God
- Comfort
- Faith
- Obedience
- Christmas
- Witnessing
- Hope
- Dependence
- Prayer
- Christlike Character
- Purpose
- Gratitude
- Advent
- Joy
- Salvation
- Bible Study
- Relationship with God
- Life in Christ
- Peace
- Psalm 23
- Focus
- Surrender
- Fruit of the Spirit
- Love
- Sanctification
- Thanksgiving
- Waiting
- Culture
- Grace
- Patience
- Provision
- Singleness
- Contentment
- Discipleship
- Forgiveness
- Writing
- Apologetics
- Burdens
- Education
- Holy Spirit
- Persecution
- Perseverance
- Rest
- Revival
- Christian Heritage
- Family
- Humility
The Cross for the Joy
The celebration of Christ’s death and resurrection combines joy and suffering—which seem like two opposites. But Christ’s own example teaches us that joy and suffering are not mutually exclusive, and that joy transcends sorrow and pain.
Take up Your Cross
You may have heard sermons on what it means to “take up your cross,” and so have I, but in a recent read-through of John 13, I was struck by the example of Jesus Himself as He prepared to take up His own cross.
The Meek
Blessed are the meek… our society views meekness as a negative, a weakness to be put aside. But how does the Bible define meekness, and why is it so valued?
Poor in Spirit
Jesus said, “Blessed are the poor in spirit,” but what does that mean?