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When You Can’t See What You Need to See
One of the bigger misunderstandings in the church today is how some people believe that a personal relationship with God is a private matter. To these folks, to follow Jesus does not mean that you …
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Do You Have the Gospel Edge?
The gospel edge is a term I coined. It means you are allowing the gospel to cut away the things that hinder you from pursuing the Christlike life, which is the most dangerous and rewarding life that …
Anger, Alleviation, and a Quest to Be God
All Christians bring parts of their past lives into their new salvation experience with God. If they do not see these things, they will accommodate their old practices (Ephesians 4:22), and the …
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Discipleship Is Mostly about Prayer and Prophecy
Competent discipleship starts with your engagement of God on behalf of the person you’re helping and then communicating in faith what you believe the Lord wants you to share with that individual. …
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What to Do When Counseling Is Not Going Anywhere
Every person that you meet will not change after you talk to them. Your dilemma will be deciding on how long you should continue with them or terminating your care for them. This issue requires …
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