Many believers face a difficult dilemma as they try to remain faithful in a world that doesn’t share their values. Should they stand up for what they believe in, or be quiet and go along with everyone else? Sticking to our principles may cost us now, but will be worth it in the long run.
The natural state of the world can seem hostile to a person who lives by faith. The Grace that God offers to those who believe can be quite the lifeline. But what does God expect us to accomplish with His Grace?
Different churches can share the same mission but use a different administration to fulfill them. Different Christians can have the same beliefs but apply them in different ways. Yet, God has called them all.
There are days on the calendar that we look forward to with anticipation. Then there are other days that just aren’t as pleasant. How does our perspective change the experience?
When we come to the faith, we discover how much was done on our behalf. But as we grow in grace and knowledge, we begin to realize what sort of actions we are expected to take.
A catalyst is a substance that induces a reaction with another substance. For believers, the Holy Spirit will act as a catalyst to lead us towards God. But what sort of reactions do we initiate with the world?
Men can accomplish amazing things when they work together and focus their efforts...but they rarely do. How well are we rising to the challenges of our own generation? And how attentive are we to our own calling?