Category Archives: believer

Discipleship is Intimacy

There is so much good about any emphasis the Church puts on discipleship.  We pray, fast, and study the Bible better than any other generation.  We have as our pastors and teachers men and women equipped in our seminaries in … Continue reading

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Understanding Your Pastor

I think that most of us in the Church fail to get a real grip on what pastoring is all about. And that is sad and bad. Not only do we stunt our pastors growth, but we cripple ourselves, and … Continue reading

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Following the Lamb

These are the ones who follow the Lamb wherever He goes. These were redeemed from among men, being firstfruits to God and to the Lamb. Rev. 14:4 Distinctions are going to be made, whether we like it or not.  John saw … Continue reading

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Color Outside the Lines

“Christianity is not about learning how to live within the lines; Christianity is about the joy of coloring.” — Mike Yaconelli (Dangerous Wonder) I know that this is not Bible, I have thought a lot about this and I can see no … Continue reading

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Keeping God on Track

God’s Quality Management Questionnaire Help Us Regulate the Almighty– Keeping Him Accountable is Our Purpose God would like to thank you for your belief and patronage. In order to better serve your needs, He asks that you take a few … Continue reading

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