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.
A Season of Joy
We hear a lot about joy during the Christmas season, but where does that joy come from?
Overflowing
The phrase “my cup runneth over” paints a very literal picture in my mind, but what significance does the illustration carry into our daily lives?
The Fullness of Christ
Christmas is a celebration of Christ’s gift to us. But that gift goes far beyond salvation from the penalty of our sins.
Love and Sacrifice
Christ said that we were to love one another as He loved us. His love led Him to die for those who were unworthy of His sacrifice. What does that mean for us?
Joy: the Fruit of the Spirit Part 3
Joy is meant to be inseparable from the Christian life. What is Biblical joy, and where does it come from?
Great Joy
The message of the angels was one of “great joy.” In the midst of this weary world, it is easy for us to miss the joy of Christmas.
Rejoicing Mourner or Pouting Prophet?
Mourning is part of the Christian life. So how do we balance mourning with the abundance of joy in Christ?
They that Mourn
Jesus said, “Blessed are they that mourn”, but how can that be? What are we to mourn over?