Written by Does your small group have ground rules? All relationships have ground rules. Small groups are no exception. Even if you have not formally established the ground rules for your group, members likely perceive a set of guidelines. Unfortunately, conflict can result when different people have different ideas about what conduct is expected in any group, … Continue reading “Small group discussion: ground rules”
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“Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom” (James 3:13 NIV). Have you noticed how common sense isn’t so common? A lot of smart people are not too wise. They may be educated, but they don’t have wisdom. … Continue reading “Show it by your good life”
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Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters,
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Taking on God’s Character People often use the phrase “like father, like son” to refer to family resemblance. When people see my likeness in my kids, it pleases me. God wants his children to bear his image and likeness, too. The Bible says, “You were created to be like God, truly righteous and holy.” (Ephesians … Continue reading “Like Father, Like Son.”
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What does God promise us if we say, “I want you to use me.” He promises you three things that can all found in Joshua 1. God promises strength — “No one will be able to stand against you.” (Joshua 1:5) In other words, what God asks you to do, he’ll give you the power … Continue reading “Three Promises of God: Strength, Success and Support”
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“God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another” (1 Peter 4:10 NLT). The Bible says in 1 Peter 4:10, “God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another” (NLT). When you … Continue reading “Everyone has a Genius!”
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Compassion Fatigue November 1, 2018 Read: Matthew 9:35–38 | Bible in a Year: Jeremiah 24–26; Titus 2 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Matthew 9:36 Anne Frank is well known for her diary describing her family’s years of hiding during World War II. When … Continue reading “Compassion Fatigue”