What is a disciple? According to Strong's Concordance, a disciple (from the Greek mathétés) is a "learner or pupil." Jesus original disciples were supposed to learn directly from Him, but they were not intended to be His only disciples. When he initially called them to follow Him, He informed them of what they would become:… Continue reading Go Fish: May 2024 Scripture Writing Plan
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Be Prepared
"...in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, having a good conscience, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in… Continue reading Be Prepared
Making Excuses or Taking Action?
This is part 2 of the Series "Why are You Making Excuses?" To read the previous post, click here. As I read the news and sift through messages of entitlement and blame-shifting, I fall into the trap of thinking this is some new problem. Reading historical narratives reveals there really is nothing new under the… Continue reading Making Excuses or Taking Action?
Prepare yourself (Day 20 of the #encourage marathon)
"The only easy day was yesterday." - US Navy Seals.
When a soldier prepares for battle, he or she "suits up." They go through a process (usually the same process they've established each time) of putting each piece of gear in place---Undershirt, uniform shirt, pants, duty belt/gear belt, boots, bullet-proof vest, ammunition, helmet, and weapon(s). This process of preparation is vital, as each battle brings different challenges. A soldier must be in constant readiness.
The Harvest is Plentiful, but… [The Effective Prayer 7.28.15]
choose from the following: a) it's infested with bugs, b) it's covered in powdery mildew, c) it's been genetically modified, d) the laborers are few.
Elihu's Corner 