Helping People Live Effective Lives
God’s mercy comes to us without conditions but does not proceed without our cooperation. So too our aid must begin freely, regardless of the recipient’s merits. But our mercy must increasingly demand …
[Read more...] about Knowing What to Do But Not Doing It Is a Problem
A true story. Trouble came into my life. I hurt without mitigation. In time, the hurt was so bad that I didn’t care if God killed me. The burden was beyond my strength utterly. I began to despair of …
[Read more...] about What Does “All Things Work Together for Good” Really Mean?
Would it be better to have a Bible or a mentor? You could say my question is a trick question, though it is not meant to be one. The puzzle is intended to provoke you to think first, respond second, …
[Read more...] about Which Do You Need for Your Maturity: a Bible or a Mentor?
How do you discern the difference between godly sorrow and worldly sorrow? Though the question may seem to be your “run-of-the-mill” Bible question, how you answer it will determine the quality of …
[Read more...] about The Vital Difference Between Godly and Worldly Sorrow
Imagine the Apostle Paul coming to you with a thorn stuck in his flesh, metaphorically speaking, and wanting your help. What would be your primary goal as you try to serve Paul? Would you try to help …
[Read more...] about Discipleship Is Not Primarily about Changing Circumstances
The Lord and the Bible will not work in the most effective ways if those two wonderful things are all you have. There seems to be a consensus of affirmation among many Christians who believe the Lord …
[Read more...] about God and the Bible Are Not All You Need to Change
