The following are great principles to teach every young person under the age of 16, so that when they join the work-force, they will understand their role and responsibility in life. They should be taught at home so that children learn and grow at home and when they launch into the world, they will reflect glory for the sake of the Lord Jesus Christ.
The Doctrine of Idleness Continue reading
“Finding the Will of God” is another excellent analysis of God’s view from Scripture on determining the “Will of God.” In many ways, like “Decision Making and the Will of God” by Gary Friesen, Waltke disposes the traditional view of determining the exact “dot” of the precise, specific will of God in life. God is not concerned with what socks you wear or what car you buy, except as it relates to Biblical principles of stewardship, etc. Continue reading
Starting June 1, 2014 at Grace, one of the Adult 9 am “Summer Selectives” options is “Biblical Soul Care”. You can be a part of the healing, rejuvenating, restoring and strengthening process of Grace to counsel and help others overwhelmingly overcome and mount up like eagles in the Christian life!
Over the last forty years, wonderful saints of God have written and provided excellent resources for helping people approach difficulties from a Biblical perspective – or “God’s way” of dealing with situations. I’ve taught many times the importance of the three spiritual ingredients for growth, which are always discussed in counseling sessions – God’s Word, God’s Spirit and faith. These provide the basis for any person to grow in his relationship with Jesus and overcome (with His help) every problem in life. Continue reading
This is Part 5 of 5 parts answering the question, “Why does God allow suffering for new creations?” in the larger question, “Why does a loving God allow suffering?”
Christians Must Trust God’s Ability to Use Suffering to Conform
Even in the life of a “new creation,” when suffering persists, the purposes for it may begin to blur. The agony can distract the believer from giving thanks in the difficulty and remembering that God is still in control (1 Thes. 5:18). He becomes miserable enough and stretched to the extreme, so he must be tied to grace and God’s ability to use the suffering to conform the believer to the image of Jesus. Paul wrote, Continue reading
This is Part 4 of 5 parts answering the question, “Why does God allow suffering for new creations?” in the larger question, “Why does a loving God allow suffering?” Part 5 will be posted tomorrow.
Suffering May Be Divine Discipline to Restore to Holiness
The writer of Hebrews explained that Divine discipline is given to restore and develop holiness when he recorded, Continue reading
The below includes suggested answers to the Message Based Discussion Questions for the message presented on Jun. 15, 2014. The suggested answers are personal and designed to stimulate thinking, not prevent it. Use in order to foster a better discussion in your group.
Genesis 2:15
How should you work on your job?
1) Honor Your Supervisor like you would honor Jesus 6:1-2 Continue reading
This was a poem that should have been added to the Message presented on June 15, 2014. It was written by Russell Kelfer.
Christian, go to work
There’s a wealth for you to do
When you arrive at work, my friend,
All eyes descend on you. Continue reading
This message was presented on June 15, 2014 as part of the 1 Timothy series.
My granddaughter Sarah, will often say, “Grandpa, look at my picture!” I’ll respond, “Good job, Sarah!” Then her sister Emma will say, “Grandpa, look at MY picture!” And I’ll say, “Emma, that is very good!” Then at times Sarah will say, “Grandpa, do you want me to show you my new dance?” And of course, I’ll say, “Sarah, that would be great!” And after affirming her, her little sister Emma, will say, “Grandpa, watch my new dance!” And she’ll try something similar. Continue reading
This is Part 3 of 5 parts answering the question, “Why does God allow suffering in the lives of His “new creations”?” in the larger question, “Why does a loving God allow suffering?” Part 4 and 5 will be posted on June 18, 19, 2014, respectively.
While Suffering, Christians Must Trust God by Faith
Faith is the solution. Faith is the confidence. As we see in the heroes of faith from Hebrews 11, faith is the victory, “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” (Heb. 11:6 NKJ) Continue reading
This is Part 2 of 5 parts answering the question, “Why does God allow suffering for new creations?” in the larger question, “Why does a loving God allow suffering?” Parts 3-5 will be posted on succeeding days.
Humans Suffer Because of the Sovereign Wisdom of God
We have discussed previously many of the purposes of suffering.1 Our tendency is that we would like to define the specific purpose for any given suffering, but the answer might be “one” of the explanations previously given or a combination of several that have been mentioned. Larry Waters writes, Continue reading
Shepherding Truth 