by Dr. Gary Rieben (Missionary to Malawi, Africa) A counseling session in a totally Christian setting should be radically different from its counterpart in the secular world. The following description of an actual counseling situation demonstrates the difference that Christ makes when His supremacy is acknowledged in every aspect of life. Colossians 1:17-18, He is…
NT Passage Law of Moses Law of Christ Matthew 5:17 Christ came to fulfill it. Matthew 5:18 It shall pass away when fulfilled by Christ. Luke 24:44 Jesus: “all things which are written about Me in the Law of Moses and the Prophets and the Psalms must be fulfilled.” Galatians 3:19 The Law was a mediator between God and…
The moral relativism stated in the phrase “I’m OK, you’re OK” is often embraced in a world where “everyone does what is right in one’s own eyes.” In the realm of biblical truth, however, these self-oriented statements are “not OK” even though they are indicative of popular beliefs and lifestyles. This study will reveal whether or not you…
INTRODUCTION What is the greatest challenge you will face in following Christ? If you answer that question correctly, you will also identify the primary characteristic of a disciple of Christ. Simply stated, the greatest challenge for any believer is to become a servant like Jesus. Correspondingly, Christ-like servanthood is the distinguishing trait of a maturing…
We can learn about the prayer life of the Lord Jesus Christ through the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John). Jesus is the perfect example for how to live, and His prayer habits provide a template for believers to follow in their own prayer life. HOW JESUS PRAYED WHEN JESUS PRAYED WHAT JESUS PRAYED AND WHAT HE TAUGHT ABOUT…
1 Corinthians 1:17-31 INTRODUCTION Were you persistently frustrated or discontented over the past year? Did you consistently demand your own way? If you are a believer in Christ, these attributes and other aspects of self-centeredness will increase when the reality of “Christ crucified” diminishes in your life. If that reality diminishes, then human wisdom and its offspring,…
People around the world long for peace. Satisfying this longing, however, requires a change of heart that is out of reach for everyone apart from God’s grace. Let’s consider the definition of lasting peace. Lasting peace is not simply a cessation of hostility. It also includes wholeness and freedom from distress, both of which are…
In light of who Jesus is, what He has done, and what He will do, you may have already placed your life, now and forever, in His care. If so, rejoice in Him and live for Him! If not, take time to read Life’s Most Important Decision. _____ Jesus…Creator, Sustainer, Finisher © 2015 WordTruth, Inc—http://www.wordtruth.net Verses from Holy…
Every person throughout history can be described by personal traits, accomplishments, and relationships. There was, however, only One Person in history with both human and divine characteristics. This person is Jesus the Christ (Messiah), the most well-known person in history yet, paradoxically, the most incomprehensible. The many and varied characteristics of Jesus are provided below in…
Creator, Sustainer, Reconciler, Redeemer INTRODUCTION One of the phrases that I find myself repeating over and over again is, “It’s not about me; it’s all about Jesus.” This is a concept that I need to keep in my head and my heart. A few years ago, I found the book, It’s Not About Me, by Max…