The God Who Loves Nobidies
God displays His wisdom in the Church by calling the lowly to Himself. The message of a crucified savior seems foolish to the world. But to those who are called it is the power and wisdom of God. This turns the wisdom of the world upside down. To prevent anyone from being able to boast God calls the “nobodies” of the world to Himself so that no one may boast. He lavishes His love on these “nobodies” and radically transforms their identity in Christ so that He receives the glory. Paul calls us to remember who we were and that our salvation is all of grace from start to finish.
Trust in the Lord
Trusting in God is a privilege given to God’s children. Anchored by His love and mercy, a believer can find rest in the hope of the Lord
Stop & See The Faith
Faith is a beautiful thing. Faith in Jesus transforms our heart. Faith changes what we do. Faith impacts every part of us. God uses faith to bring Himself glory and redirect our lives. At the end of Mark chapter 10, we meet a blind man who “saw” Jesus and trusted Him. And from this man, we learn several aspects of true faith.
Six Blessings of Justification by Faith
Through faith in Christ, we have peace with God and access to His grace, enabling us to stand firm with hope and an eternal perspective, even amidst trials.
Good Footing to Face the Next Phase of Faith
God’s plans can unfold through unlikely circumstances, showing His control over situations and His ability to use anyone for His purposes.
The Glorious Nature of the Church
God has chosen the Church to be His people in the world. He has bestowed on them a special status and made them to be a set apart people. He has done this out of His own kindness and mercy through the gospel. The Church is to glorify him through worship and tell of His goodness to the world as a result of His kindness and mercy toward them in Christ. A people who were once not a people are now the people of God because of the Cross.
3 Commitments to Make for the Day of Trouble
God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble.
Discovering the Lord, in the midst of Transition (Lesson 3)
The Blessings of Immediate & Resolved Obedience
Four Aspects of Christ’s Commission to Make Disciples
The mission of the Church is to make disciples. Therefore, that is our purpose as individuals who comprise the church. Making disciples is based on the worship of the living God and His authority. Making disciples assumes we are disciples ourselves believing in the risen Christ and trusting in the gospel. It demands that we share the gospel with others, baptize converts, and teach them to obey the commands of Christ. We are not left to do this in our own strength but promised that Jesus will accompany us til the end of the age.
Wait For It…
Everyone hates waiting. What are you waiting for that God seems “slow” on? James — Jesus’ half-brother — aims to encourage believers at the end of his letter. And in chapter 5, he offers us wisdom on how to be patient while suffering. Joe helps us see how we should wait for the Lord as followers of Jesus Christ.