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Expectations have much to do with our contentment. Those who place unrealistic expectations upon themselves are generally discouraged, and feel as though they are a failure. I’m convinced that if people had proper expectations, they would not be so soon moved to discouragement, depression, and despair. An obvious step to “reeling in” our expectations is …
For years now, I have preached that we never stop learning. I have taught that one can spend a lifetime studying, and yet still learn something new. I have also taught that one can be convinced he is right about something, believe it most of one’s life, only to learn that it is not true. …
Consider the following truth: “Jesus went more readily to the cross of Calvary than we do to the throne of grace in prayer.” But why is that so? Is it because of a lack of faith? A spirit of independence? Carelessness? Yes, yes, and yes. Friends, when I meditate upon that opening statement, I am …
With very little observation necessary, one can easily see that not everyone who professes to be a follower of Jesus is committed to the task of discipleship. Apparently, “Easy-beliefism” has salved the consciences of those who are unwilling to bring their lifestyle into conformity with their desires. Take a close look at the list below. …
A couple years ago I had the opportunity to make a trip to Israel. One of the places we visited was the “Church of the Nativity.” This church building was erected over the alleged birthplace of Jesus. As we walked through the facility, one of the men in our group quietly chuckled at something that …