Yesterday, we looked at how Paul confronted Peter face-to-face. It was important that Paul confront him, as he was being a poor example to the other believers. As Galatians 2:13 says: “And so, because of Peter’s hypocrisy, many other Jewish believers followed suit, refusing to eat with gentile believers. Even Barnabas was led astray by … Continue reading Poor Example
Confrontation
One of the hardest things for me is confrontation. I would say as a leader it was what I struggled with most. It is difficult to stand up to someone, to go face-to-face with someone and mention something that you take issue with, and for me, I always would get this nervous feeling in my … Continue reading Confrontation
Reputations of Men
Today’s verse is Galatians 2:6. The Passion Translation translates it this way: “Even those most influential among the brothers were not able to add anything to my message. Who they are before men makes no difference to me, for God is not impressed by their reputations.” The verse notes that God is not impressed with … Continue reading Reputations of Men
Secret
We read in Galatians about this big secret Paul kept. He heard about Jesus Christ, but he didn’t immediately consult humans. Instead, he spent more time with God. He wanted to hear from God above all else and went to Arabia. In some translations, we read the term “flesh and blood,” which contrasts the difference … Continue reading Secret
It’s Electrifying Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4NykqF17wQmHcAecmG3Y5n?si=RpWZx6awQ9ySuWsZzn0SVQ&dl_branch=1 In this week's episode, we look at the topic of grace. We ask the questions: What is grace? How do we receive grace? How do we give grace?
People Pleaser
We are created by God and our worth is from Him. He says we are worthy. Our identity is found in Christ. Yet, we find ourselves not focused on pleasing the One who sent His only Son. We find ourselves not remembering our identity is in Christ alone. As we do life in this world, … Continue reading People Pleaser
Worry Some or Worry Less: Dealing with Anxiety Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5x9LGUqftgJ9QgR5dJwYEZ?si=EbjNB0GNTzOTVt0OBYsQCg&dl_branch=1 Today we look at the topic of anxiety and how we can deal with anxiety when it gets the best of us. Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Luke 12:25, Psalm 127:2, Philippians 4:6-7
Constant Peeling Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0eEwKpeOMjs48JHw16CVeT?si=_Gki7lN3R2uMqo3aSqlMbw&dl_branch=1 In this week's episode, we look at our personal life journey. We ask the questions:What is constant? What is ever-changing? Are we experiencing discomfort? (1 John 3:2, John 17:17, Hebrews 12:1)
Taking Responsibility Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Andn3z6996gcPyMAUGXHr?si=K8ESK-piQF-JQv7fgZlemQ&dl_branch=1 In this week's episode, we look at the common practice of blaming others instead of taking responsibility. We ask the questions:How can you receive forgiveness if you do not acknowledge mistakes, sin, etc.? How can there be reconciliation when there is denial? (Genesis 3, 2 Samuel 11 & 12)
Mingling
Yesterday we looked at how quickly a person could stray away from Jesus. Today, we will focus in on the idea of mingling. Galatians 1:6-7 says this: “I am shocked over how quickly you have strayed away from the One who called you in the grace of Christ. I’m astounded that you now embrace a … Continue reading Mingling
