Happiness is Purity and Peacemaking
Only those who have been justified through faith in Christ and are at peace with God can be the true, merciful peacemakers this world really needs.
Surprising Steps to True Happiness
Genuine happiness, or blessedness, in life comes, not from pursuing it as a goal, but as a result of humbly recognizing our need for God and selflessly and passionately seeking to honor Him. This is the lesson of Jesus' Beatitudes.
Choosing Ordinary Disciples
Jesus' disciples illustrate that while we all have the same message, we also have unique ministries. Some ministries are prominent, and others largely unrecognized. The Lord, however, is more concerned with our faithfulness in ministry than with the kind of ministry we have.
Unlikely Disciples -- Amazing Grace
Following and serving Jesus is not reserved for the most talented, qualified, and experienced believers. What He is looking for are people who are willing, available, and faithful. He will take care of everything else.
Wearing the Dust of the Master
As Christians, we are all disciples of the Lord. As such, we should humbly recognize our need for the Lord's ongoing work in our lives and be willing to learn and grow with a focus on what we can become by God’s grace.
Choosing Rules Over the Redeemer
Both Jesus' miraculous works and His clear teaching reveal that He and God the Father are equal. This great truth that Jesus Christ is God means He is Lord over every aspect of life. Do we acknowledge Him as Lord and act accordingly?
Demonstrating Divine Authority
Jesus Christ was focused on truth and the spiritual needs of people. He never allowed these priorities to be sidetracked by human doctrines, opinions, and customs. We will do well to follow His example.
The Final Authority
Jesus Christ is God. As such, He possesses all authority. The only question for us is whether we submit to His authority in every aspect of our lives.
Don't Lose Heart ... Don't Lose Sight
The truth about Jesus always cuts two ways. Some believe and receive His blessings. Others reject the truth even when it is clear to them. Jesus Himself saw both responses, and His reaction to rejection provides a model for us when we face similar situations.
The Woman at the Well
Jesus is the Savior of the world. And like Jesus, Himself, we must not allow man-made boundaries to keep us from taking His gospel to people who need to hear it -- in all the world.