August 2015

Bonhoeffer, Paul, and the Christian Struggle

To claim that Christian living is simple is to misunderstand the life of one who claims to follow after Christ. However, there is beauty in the struggle and peace in having to rely on someone other than yourself. The struggle in doing what is right keeps us in prayer; the realization that we cannot make this way for ourselves keeps us focused on God. ... Read More...

To Have Christ Within

I grew up believing that Jesus came into my heart when I accepted Him as my Savior. To have Christ within is to be in authentic fellowship with Him; He is now Lord and Master and we are servants. To have Christ within you means hope for today and tomorrow, power for daily life, and an intimate relationship with the Most High God.... Read More...

Money, Wealth, and Following Christ

We must learn to reexamine our wealth in light of the cost of discipleship. No one who wishes to be a disciple of Jesus can negotiate the terms of discipleship no matter what the challenge to faithfulness might be. As we analyze our spiritual priorities, it is always a good thing to ask ourselves again: just what do we treasure above all things?... Read More...