God Calls Me Friend – Lyrics

(Verse 1) In a world where hearts are chasing, Endless pleasure, always craving, In the whirlwind, lost and wandering, Searching for the love that’s lasting. (Chorus) God of heaven’s armies, You became a man, Reaching out to me, with Your gentle hand, You told me You want to be my friend, Whispered hope in my heart again. (Verse 2) I Continue reading God Calls Me Friend – Lyrics

Ten considerations before appointing church leaders

Taking time to approve church leaders ensures godly, faithful, experienced, proven leadership

In this Bible study, we will discuss 10 essential considerations that must be taken into account before appointing leaders in the church. Through examination of relevant Bible verses and Greek and Hebrew definitions, we will explore the importance of having a servant’s heart, evaluating the motives of potential leaders, and ensuring they are not seed planted on stony ground or Continue reading Ten considerations before appointing church leaders

Ben Franklin’s Junto questions will improve your small group

Using Ben Franklin’s Junto style questions in a small group to encourage discussion and reflection on how we can honor God and live out our faith in practical ways

Franklin organized a group of friends to provide a structured form of mutual improvement. The group, initially composed of twelve members, called itself the Junto (from the Spanish word junta, or assembly). The members of the Junto were drawn from diverse occupations and backgrounds, but they all shared a spirit of inquiry and a desire to improve themselves, their community, Continue reading Ben Franklin’s Junto questions will improve your small group

Self-control versus outbursts of anger

Self-control is the opposite of outbursts of anger, as it involves the ability to control one's own emotions and behavior, while outbursts of anger is the act of expressing intense anger in a sudden and uncontrolled way.

In Galatians 5:19-23, Paul lists “self-control” as one of the “fruit of the Spirit” and “outbursts of anger” as one of the “works of the flesh.” The contrast between these two concepts is clear: self-control is a trait of those who have the Spirit of God within them, while outbursts of anger is a characteristic of those who are controlled Continue reading Self-control versus outbursts of anger

The attitude of a godly person (Philippians 2:5)

Your attitude controls your life

There is one attitude that is at the root of everything godly in every Christian. The tree that grows from this root is large and complex. And many books and articles have been written about the behavior, belief, lifestyles, and actions that are the result of this attitude. But it is even more important to go back to the very Continue reading The attitude of a godly person (Philippians 2:5)