Some Christians are called to endure a disproportionate amount of suffering. Such Christians are a spectacle of grace to the church, like flaming bushes unconsumed, and cause us to ask, like Moses: ‘Why is this bush not burned up?’ Exodus 3:2-3 The strength and stability of these believers can be explained only by the miracle of God’sContinue reading “Disproportionate Suffering”
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Crippled in Both Feet–Disabilites
“David asked, “Is there no one still left of the house of Saul to whom I can show God’s kindness?” Ziba answered the king, “There is still a son of Jonathan; he is crippled in both feet.”‘ 2 Samuel 9:3, NIV This crippled man was named Mephibosheth. He was injured by the actions of aContinue reading “Crippled in Both Feet–Disabilites”
God’s Good and Perfect Gifts
I often hear people say that the bad things that happen to them are God’s punishment for something wrong they have done. I have a friend who desires to find someone to marry, but has said she doesn’t think God will ever bring her a mate because of all the wrong she has done inContinue reading “God’s Good and Perfect Gifts”
‘Snowflake’ Discipleship
Oh yes, you shaped me first inside, then out; you formed me in my mother’s womb. I thank you, High God—you’re breathtaking! Body and soul, I am marvelously made! I worship in adoration—what a creation!” (Psalm 139:14, MSG) “God is not a duplicator, He is a Creator. You are an original.” –Reinhard Bonnke Man makesContinue reading “‘Snowflake’ Discipleship”
