You’re not on this mission because God decided you're already flawless. You’re on it because He wants to share this adventure with you—and because He thinks you and others will benefit as a result.
Tag: obedience
A Costly Decision
Salvation is free. But to take that gift and hold onto it costs us something.
A Closer Walk
At some point, we've all been reluctant to follow God's leading. We have plenty of other options, many of them appealing. So why, in the end, do we follow Him? And why in the world does He want to walk with us?
Scavenger Hunting for God’s Will
When we realize God is calling to us through our quandaries, we realize we're not alone in them. In the midst of overwhelming uncertainty, we can be sure of—and draw strength from—three things.
When God’s Timing Seems Terrible
In the face of loss, where and how can we find the providence of a loving, sovereign God?
When Our Best Isn’t Enough
The end of our capability doesn't have to be the end of our story. In fact, by the grace and power of God, it can be a beginning.
Preparing for the Hard Times
Nothing can guarantee we'll make it through hardship without scars, slip-ups, or shaky moments. But there are things we can do to maximize our chances of suffering in a way that honors God and makes us more like Jesus. And a lot of that work begins long before the trial does.
When Obedience Comes First
Sometimes action has to precede emotion. Sometimes we have to trust the power of obedience to shape us, instead of trying to get ourselves in shape to obey.
Finding God When Things Look Bleak
We may not always be sure what to make of what God sends us. But we can always trust and know the One who sends it.
God’s Belongings
What does a life owned by God look like?