Tag: romans

Bible, Books, NT

Concluding Lucado’s “Parable of the River” (Part 3)

Last week, I explored themes from Max Lucado’s book, “In The Grip Of Grace,” delving into the first few chapters of Romans. What started as a single post has evolved into a three-part series. Today, I present the third and final piece of this interesting and inspiring tale.

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Bible, Books

Navigating Max Lucado’s “Parable of the River” (Part 2)

Yesterday, we started to unpack Lucado’s parable. It’s a parable titled, “The Parable of the River.” Briefly, I gave you a taste of Max Lucado’s

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Bible, Books, NT

Exploring Max Lucado’s “Parable of the River” (Part 1)

In Max Lucado’s book, “In the Grip of Grace,” we encounter a parable that unfolds from biblical principles. Specifically, those outlined in the first few chapters of Romans. Before diving in, I want to give a quick SPOILER ALERT for those who haven’t read this book. I’m going to give a lot away as I unpack my thoughts over the next few posts.

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Church, Discipleship, Leadership, NT

Uniting America by Overcoming Evil With Good

Reflecting on the US Presidential Election one month later, December 10th, 2012. As we find ourselves one month beyond the conclusion of the 2012 US

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Bible, Ministry

Discovering the Greatest of All Dark Horses – Small Group Study

A Small Group Study – Last Wednesday night we talked about “Dark Horses” in our Middle School Discipleship program.

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Bible, Books

How Should We Foster a Desire to Live as Jesus Did?

I feel convicted and a bit stuck. I can say that I truly do want to live as Jesus did. I have a passion for Jesus and for His church. I can easily state with certainty, that I desire greatness for His kingdom. Nevertheless, I’m just not making the mark. I am not living as Jesus did. Hence, I feel stuck. This is not my intention at all, but it’s my reality.

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Discipleship, Leadership, NT

Wrestling Through the Biblical Principle of Submission to Governing Authorities

Government. Some people love to talk about it and others hate to talk about it. Which one are you? Full disclosure, I wrestle through this topic constantly. I go back and forth depending on the national or global events. Part of me wants to lay down all thoughts and ideas about governing authorities; the other part of me, just can’t stay silent.

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Books, Discipleship

For All Have Sinned and Fall Short of the Father’s Castle

We can get so wrapped up in our personal opinions and vices, that we neglect to recognize them as sin. Today, we’re going to unpack just that!

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Discipleship, Music, NT

Who Can Really Be Against Us If God Is For US?

Are you feeling run down and overwhelmed? If so, what is causing you pain and strife today?

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Books, Discipleship

Dealing with Our Perceived Right to Scoff In Judgment

Max Lucado tells a tale: His tale parallels the first few chapters of Romans, from his book, “In the Grip of Grace”. (SPOILER ALERT if you haven’t read the book.)

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