From Sarah Condon’s book Churchy. Everyone has wounds from childhood that will follow us into the grave. Christianity is not a magic potion to make our pain vanish. but it will tell you to whom you belong. That is the best way I can describe “putting on the armor of Christ” (Ephesians 6:11) We are …
David Mathis contrasts the access that we have to God through Jesus with the human tendency to add lots of words and phrases as we pray as if that gives us some form of control. IF not having enough words or not having the right words hinders you from praying, you don’t understand Christian prayer. …
Scotty Smith provides these words, an encouragement as Jesus’ people prepare to gather in worship tomorrow: Heavenly Father, drive the good news of these Scriptures deep, deep, deep into our hearts, for shame has marked and marred many of us. Heal and free us, by the power and truth of the gospel. “Fear not, for …
Ray Ortlund explores the practical outworking of being reconciled to God on our personal relationships: An excerpt: Let’s ask ourselves some hard questions: Who are we keeping our distance from? Who are we avoiding? Who are we hoping we won’t run into around town? Whose presence makes us feel awkward because of some painful history? …
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