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We Are Obedient Out Of Gratitude
We Are Obedient Out Of Gratitude
Good morning friends, here is today’s love note from your God ♥ Isaiah says that all the time and effort we spend trying to be holy and obedient to God is nothing but filthy rags compared to what Jesus has done for us (Is 64:6). And even though we know this fact intellectually, we constantly act as though any of our good works accomplish anything toward our salvation. Because that’s how the world…
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Love Notes from God
Love Notes from God
Welp, It’s February! And you know what that means… cupid’s arrow in your face and heart-shaped everything exploding into shades of pink and red everywhere you walk! The other day I walked into my local grocery store and was immediately distracted by the Valentines displays of all sorts of plastic junk and candy no one ever needs (except for the bag of chocolates I had to purchase.) I happily…
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As we close out this month in the book of Proverbs, I’d like to ask what you learned. Did anything take you by surprise?
Every time I open the Word I discover something new, seeing the same words in a new light. True, we are always changing and growing, but I think the main reason is that the Word is alive and moving all around us, every day.
Hebrews 4:12 says “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” Amazing. No other written work can move and change us like the Bible.
When I set out to study this book at the beginning of the month, I saw Proverbs as a big jumble of unorganized truths — a “junk drawer” of wisdom, so to speak. But as the days went by, I could almost see the gaps in my own knowledge being filled and quenched. There were 4 major themes stuck out to me:
Fear of the Lord. Unless we acknowledge the sovereignty of God in our lives, we will always be stumbling along trying to live by our own faulty wisdom. “Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true wisdom. All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom. Praise him forever!” (Psalm 111:10).
Humility. Humility is key to fearing God, but Proverbs also talks about humility towards our neighbor. Not only is it loving to put our neighbor before ourselves, it is commanded by Jesus. “For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted” (Luke 14:11)
Integrity. When others see your honest dealing in all things, they will see your pure life and give glory to God. “For your generosity to them and to all believers will prove that you are obedient to the Good News of Christ” (2 Corinthians 9:13).
Self-Discipline. In Let’s All Be Brave, Annie Downs makes a poignant observation: It takes courage to be disciplined. When we practice discipline (no matter the details) we are stepping out and saying, “Even though I don’t see the results now, I believe that my obedience to God’s Word will prove victorious”
Questions for application:
Which theme(s) stuck out to you most?
How are you going to apply something new in your daily life?
Let me know in the comments below if you read along, or if not, what you think about the 4 lessons I was able to glean. Thanks!
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4 lessons I learned from PROVERBS [free shareables!] As we close out this month in the book of Proverbs, I'd like to ask what you learned.
Let's Study Together! - New online Bible Study starting Jan 25
Let’s Study Together! – New online Bible Study starting Jan 25
Hi Friends, Starting January 25, I’m going to start this online bible study written by one of my favorite authors and bloggers, Lysa TerKeurst. I’ve done what feels like hundreds of bible studies, but all that knowledge is as good as rubbish if I’m not applying it. But that’s not all, I want to study with YOU! So make yourself a cup of tea, log on, and let’s meet for a 6 week bible study. All are…
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Just hit send
[New post] Just hit send: Fearlessly encouraging others through the written word
Does anyone else do this? You take forever writing an email because you keep doing more editing than actual writing, and then once hitting send, you immediately open up your sent mail and read and reread the same email you just spent 3 hours on, poring over it, rereading it aloud to yourself, and continuing to pick it to death and kicking yourself for errors found only after the fact. Something…
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The only New Year's Resolution you'll ever need
The only New Year’s Resolution you’ll ever need
Once again it’s that crucial day when everyone decides whether to make or break their resolutions: January 2. According to researcher John Norcross in the Journal of Clinical Psychology, approximately 50 percent of the population makes resolutions each New Year and by February, they have given up. (From Psychology Today) Can you relate? I sure can. Each year I try to promise to do more, thinking…
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Why witness?
15 but 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, 1 Peter 3:15 I always read this verse as “always be prepared to give a lecture on Christian apologetics”. Unfortunately, it took me a long time to understand that “the reason for the hope that you…
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Renew me, Lord [Printable Devotion Calendar]
Renew me, Lord [Printable Devotion Calendar]
Jesus said: “But whoever drinks the water I give him will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” John 4:14 It sometimes takes me a little too long to realize that I am living life from a place of spiritual dryness. By the time it occurs to me that I’ve gone too many days without prayer I’m usually a tangle of nerves and stress.…
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Want to read Proverbs with us?
Want to read Proverbs with us?
Dear friends, The beginning of the year can really feel like a drag sometimes. To me January feels like the Monday of months. No more parties, no more presents, no more excuses to double on christmas cookies. It’s back to reality and it’s oh-so-bleak. That’s why we wanted to do something extra special for our readers, to encourage and equip each other in the power of God’s Word. So…
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An atheist troll at 30 thousand feet
An atheist troll at 30 thousand feet
I have to confess, I spent several hours last night trying to put together a coherent article on why I am terrified to share my faith publicly. And then this. I love the highlight that Peter was a simple preacher whose message was was still compelling enough to reach ordinary people. Like many others, I suffer from the delusion that it’s my fault if I fail to reach someone so that they are “cut…
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What to do when a sermon tests your faith
What to do when a sermon tests your faith
On my way home last night I decided to listen to a Christian radio channel. They usually air sermons which I like to listen to while driving. Some of my most profound thinking time happens in the driver’s seat. However, last night I was surprised to encounter a message focusing on Nazis, Syrians, the wrath of God, and hellfire. Where was the story of brokenness, forgiveness and redemptive love?…
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Survey time!
Click for survey>>> Readership Survey for PureDisciple Hi there friends! The new year is almost upon us and we here at PureDisciple are getting excited with several new projects in the works. Of course since this is a blog dedicated to sharing the truth of Jesus, we are interested to know what’s going on with you, our wonderful readers. Are you enjoying the articles? Is there something we could…
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Miracle surgery restores sight to children: Why drag God into it?
Miracle surgery restores sight to children: Why drag God into it?
As he went along, he saw a man blind from birth. His disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” “Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said Jesus, “but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him. John 9:1-3 I love the videos of people seeing or hearing for the first time. I saw this one on my Facebook feed today and of…
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Is it a sin not to go to church?
Is it a sin not to go to church?
The convenience of a streaming church service is a double-edged sword. Indispensable to those who cannot leave their bed, but a tool of temptation for the devil. I heard that whisper this morning: Why get up so early? It’s cold and you deserve a break, and who will notice you anyway? Whether you go or stay won’t make a difference. You’re still going to watch the sermon online, it’s not a sin to…
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Sharing A Seed
Tonight I met up with a dear friend who lives abroad, but with whom things never seem to change no matter how long between visits. We shared the stories of the past 8 years of our lives over two enormous vanilla lattes. (I’m convinced that I could die happily in a cozy corner of a coffee house sipping a latte with a friend.) As we chatted, the conversation organically turned to faith. While she’s…
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How to Win at Advent
How to Win at Advent
I had a great idea for an Advent blog series this year. In my mind, I had booklets and devotions and things I was going to read, make, and give. Come that first morning of Advent, I would jump out of bed bright eyed and bushy tailed, ready to meditate, savor, and discover what divine joy was in store for me. I was going to win at advent and it would all commence at the starter’s pistol of my…
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