The Original Transforming Relationships: Part 3
We all feel most comfortable with people just like us. Peter was no different, apostle or not. God showed him that his seemingly harmless small-mindedness was keeping him from something big…
The Original Transforming Relationships: Part 2
All we know about Ananias is this story, in which he brings physical sight to Saul of Tarsus. But he does more than that…
That He Might Be Preeminent - Part 9
Whether we want to or not, we represent Jesus in a world full of lost people. Every relationship with an unbeliever is an opportunity to…
That He Might Be Preeminent - Part 8
It’s one thing to believe the right doctrines and act graciously when we want to impress others. But when our guard is down…
That He Might Be Preeminent - Part 7
If mortification is like stripping off dirty clothes, what are supposed to put on? Athletes and movie stars are paid to wear certain brands. We as believers are commanded to…
That He Might Be Preeminent - Part 6
We’re no longer yoked to a Law, but that doesn’t mean we live by the flesh. In fact, the first step to living out the Christ-filled life is to…
That He Might Be Preeminent - Part 5
Even if the Colossians managed to overcome the heresy being taught in their church, they still needed to watch out for legalism. We can be doctrinally correct, morally upright, and still oppose the way of Jesus. Legalism is sneaky, because…
That He Might Be Preeminent - Part 4
Even most Christians seem unaware of what Christ has truly given them. To belong to Jesus means much more than simply…
That He Might Be Preeminent - Part 3
Think about the amount of energy that gets expended to keep churches, mission organizations and other ministries going. What is it all for? According to Paul, it was to…