Salvation and Rewards – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“For it is by grace that you have been saved, through faith – and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9) Part One
Christmas – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“…the star which they saw in the east went before them…’’ (Matthew 2:9) Part One No first century author ever benefited from writing about the beautiful star that appeared in the east and guided the wise men to Bethlehem.
Christmas Faith – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: ‘The righteous will live by faith.’” (Romans 1:17) Part One Those who have tragically considered
Prayer – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“This is the assurance we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.” (1 John 5:14) Part One When you pray, pause to remember what the apostle John was inspired to
Creation – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1) Part One Creation is usually approached from the logical standpoint that everything that has been or will be created is a primary evidence for its creator. Expressed
Acknowledgement – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“Whoever acknowledges Me before men, I will also acknowledge before My Father in Heaven.” (Matthew 10:32) Part One Before the joy of forgiveness and your newly found purpose can fill your heart, the unqualified uniqueness of the Savior has
God’s Leadership – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“[David] inquired of the Lord, saying, ‘Shall I go and attack these Philistines?’ ” (1 Samuel 23:2a) Part One While dangerous Philistine raids and looting were taking place in Keilah, David inquired of the Lord asking, “what should I
Why Believe? – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“…anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.” (Hebrews 11:6) Part One When anyone devotes the time to reading the matchless words spoken by our Savior, it becomes
Intellect – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“ ‘Come now, let us reason together,’ says the LORD…” (Isaiah 1:18) Part One Never fear intelligence. Keep in mind that it was God who gave us this priceless gift. He designed it for the high purpose of giving
Reverence – The Disciple-Making Lifestyle
“… do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God.” (Ecclesiastes 5:2a) Part One Quietly think about Solomon’s instructive words seen above – next consider his observant reminder. He wisely pointed out that, “God is in