Posts with the category “discipleship”

“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” (Luke 23:34)This famous sentence is the first of the "Seven Last Words" of Jesus spoken from the cross. It offers a profound look at what true grace looks like in the real world. The most important thing to notice here is Jesus’s immediate reaction. Even while experiencing extreme physical and emotional trauma, his first instinct wa...  Read More

True purity is not about comparing ourselves to others or merely avoiding certain behaviors, but about pursuing a right relationship with God and treating others with dignity and respect.  Read More

As we go through this week, let's reflect on areas where we might be settling for "at least I'm not..." and instead ask God to empower us to live in the fullness of what He offers. Remember, we have access to a peace and righteousness that comes from Christ himself, not our own striving.  Read More