Tag spiritual maturity

Same Road, Different Direction

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The message metaphorically compares life to a winding mountain road filled with challenges and setbacks. It emphasizes that moments of struggle, or “switchbacks,” are essential for growth and spiritual maturity. This post highlights the importance of faith as a guiding light in darkness, urging readers to choose the light of… Read the rest

WHO AMONG YOU?

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This Father’s Day let’s examine the crisis in fatherhood and spiritual formation within families, churches, and society. We’ll traces the root of these issues to Adam’s abdication of responsibility in the Garden of Eden. And end with a call for a restoration of spiritual fathers in the church to foster… Read the rest
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Something Greater Than Sunday Service

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Let’s look at the importance of recognizing Jesus beyond mere religious practices, such as church attendance and scriptural knowledge. The Pharisees prioritized the law over mercy, but true spirituality involves walking with Christ rather than being confined by rituals. This message urges modern believers to seek a deeper connection with… Read the rest

TAKING OUT THE TRASH: WHEN GOD CALLS YOU TO REMOVE WHAT NO LONGER BELONGS

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In the journey of faith, believers experience moments when God insists on removing what no longer serves them, likened to taking out the trash. This process is essential for spiritual growth and revival, as seen in biblical figures like Jacob and Jesus, who prioritized cleansing before elevation. Believers are urged… Read the rest

The Diaper, The Drapes, and The Temple

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The superficial changes within church practices, such as altering pastors or aesthetics, do not address deeper issues of spiritual immaturity. Genuine transformation requires a fundamental change in nature and structure, akin to breaking ground for growth. The author cites biblical references to illustrate that without this foundational breaking down, attempts… Read the rest