Back in June I wrote a blog on our relationship with God. I wrote about the stages of that relationship. Here is a portion of that blog. 1. No relationship – unaware that God offers one.2. Antagonistic – resisting or even fighting God’s seeking us.3. Accepting, surrendering – Receiving Christ as savior, being adopted [...]
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As I enter this stage of my life I’m listening to discern what it will be like. I don’t sense so much that there are new mountains to be climbed or great enterprises to be won. There is more a sense of “being there” for family and others, to come along side of more than [...]
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This excerpt from John Eldredge’s book really speaks to me. To have such a friendship with a small band of brothers. Wow. Of course, small groups have become a part of the programming most churches offer their people. For the most part, they are disappointing and short-lived – by the very admission of those who [...]
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John Eldredge has had a profound effect on my life. Here is an excerpt from one of his books, Waking the Dead. You can subscribe to his emails at the Ransomed Hearts link. Donald The Promise Fulfilled It’s undeniable: the new covenant, accomplished through the work of Christ, means that we have new hearts. Our [...]
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