Though he had his struggles with faithfulness, it is evident that he was mature in the faith later in life. He was an elder of the church (1 Pet 5:1-4). His faithful wife would have been a big part of Peter cultivating and portraying the characteristics of a shepherd of the church.
What if the Week Started on Sunday
Sunday is the first day of the week, but we often act like Monday is. What if we changed that?
More Than Enough 3
Regardless of where we have come from, how talented (or untalented) we are, or how physically capable we feel, if we give God what we have, he makes it enough.
Still More Than Enough
The Hebrew people had been slaves for generations. God chose Moses to bring His people out of Egypt (Ex 3:10). He answered every concern Moses expressed, but Moses still said, “O my Lord, please send by the hand of whomever else you may send.” And God was angry (Ex 4:13).
More Than Enough With God
It is not for us to tell God why we can’t do the things He sends us to do. Nor are we to fret over how little it is that we are capable of. We simply give Him what we can; He makes it enough.
How to Use the Golden Ruler
I was thinking about the golden rule.
Won’n’n’n’n’t Let You Down
One of my favorite places where Greek breaks English rules is Hebrews 13:5.
Elders Must be Neat, or the Universe?
As we investigate, it will help us understand both modesty and orderliness.
The Lion With a Crown
Whatever case Satan may throw against us at the judgment, what will matter is who we have on our side. One of several roles we see Jesus play is our defense attorney. He’s already won the case. We just need to have Him represent us. Knowing this isn’t meant to move us to thoughtless permissiveness, […]
A Leader Stands
Standing in front of someone does not make you a good leader, but having a life of faith with fortitude, persisting in trial, withstanding scrutiny, yielding when possible, and being unyieldingly compassionate and gracious – living an example that stands – does.