The Mercies of God

The Mercies of God

The Mercies of God Paul writes these words in Romans 12:1,   I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world,...
Getting into the Ditch

Getting into the Ditch

Greetings Beloved, Do you believe that all the grace God gives to you in justification, He likewise gives in sanctification?  I really desire that you would see the truth captured by these words,“All that is true for me in Christ has not yet been accomplished in me by...
Answering the Why Question

Answering the Why Question

I recently attended a workshop with over a hundred participants from various parachurch ministries (“para” means alongside…so a para-church ministry is one that comes alongside of the church in order to help the church fulfill her calling). All of us...
The Everlasting Hope

The Everlasting Hope

By Shawna Barnard   I was elated when my psychologist told me I was ready to graduate. The pronouncement meant that I could return to life without the regular intervention of therapy. I was equipped with skills from my psychologist and medication from my...
Two Truths Beg Your Attention

Two Truths Beg Your Attention

These two truths beg your attention and your response to them is important to the work of the church. Counseling belongs in the church.  The church has the Words of life and only the saints know the Savior…His goodness, His greatness, and His purposes even in...