16 Don’t you know that if you offer yourselves to someone[a] as obedient slaves, you are slaves of that one you obey—either of sin leading to death or of obedience leading to righteousness? (Romans 6:16 CSB) What do you indulge yourself in? Really, think about it. We all indulge ourselves in something. Some guilty pleasure that we afford ourselves … Read more
6 I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth. ( 1 Corinthians 3:6 CSB) We have a great opportunity to plant seeds and water others, both for the Kingdom of God and just generally in life. There is no greater honor afforded to us than to help others grow, even if we are only planting and … Read more
7 But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. (1 Corinthians 4:7 NIV) Some translations of this verse use “earthen vessels” instead of Jars of Clay. This speaks to where we came from and the fragile nature of who we are. When scripture was … Read more
1 The heavens declare the glory of God,and the expanse proclaims the work of his hands.2 Day after day they pour out speech;night after night they communicate knowledge.[a]3 There is no speech; there are no words;their voice is not heard. Implicit knowledge or Tacit knowledge — as opposed to formal, codified or explicit knowledge—is knowledgethat is difficult to express or … Read more
15 A fool’s way is right in his own eyes,but whoever listens to counsel is wise. (Proverbs 12:15 CSB) Finding and holding on to wise counsel to help guide our lives is invaluable. Yes, the Holy Spirit is there to provide guidance as well. But having a few wise and trusted advisors in our corner … Read more