In Mark 3 we learn a lot about what it means to follow and serve Jesus. This chapter encourages me, but it also makes me think seriously about my role as a disciple. When the chapter opens, Jesus heals a man on the Sabbath, exposing the hard hearts of the Pharisees. They are already angry …
Tag: Spiritual Warfare
The Reality of Spiritual Warfare
As part of my study in scripture this year I’m following along with the Growing4Life Bible Reading Challenge. My blogger friend, Leslie, does a new challenge each year, and you can find all the details here: https://growing4life.net/2023-bible-reading-challenge2/. This week as I’ve read through Mark 1 several times, I keep coming back to a couple of …
Now You Shall See What God Will Do
Did you know the older people are, the less likely it is they will come to faith in Christ? Statistically, only 25% of people receive the gift of salvation after age 18. That tells us how important it is to pass down the truths of the Bible and our Christian faith to our children and …
Standing Against Evil
Yesterday, my mom sent me a disturbing text about Target. They have announced their new line of clothing in preparation for June, which is designated as “pride” month. This new line caters to the transgender population, and not just adults. It’s also aimed at children. These are not just cute t-shirts splashed with their perversion …
Battle-Ready
Ephesians 6:11-12 – Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in …