March 2013 archive

Five Faith Catalysts: # 4 Providential Relationships

This is the fifth in this series.  I encourage you to check them all out. # 4 Providential Relationships When you talk to strong Christians about their faith it will always involve other people.  it might begin with their godly mother, a couple from college they met, a co-worker who invited them to church, or …

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Bedtime Questions for Your Kids

We enjoy the kid’s bedtime at our house.  We are parents to four kids; 8 and below.  I don’t know how families do it without a set bedtime.  In fact, I get an extra bolt of energy after the kids go to bed. I have been known to do a little dance when closing the …

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Five Faith Catalysts Series: # 3 Personal Ministry

This is the fourth post in this series which is examining how faith is developed and grown. Personal Ministry Faith begins to grow when folks get involved in the Lord’s work.  Christians are to be givers, not takers.  We are to be servants, not just attenders.  We are commissioned by Christ for His purpose and …

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Five Faith Catalysts: # 2. Private Disciplines

This is the third post in this series.  The introduction is here.  The last post was on practical teaching. Private Disciplines In today’s post we explore private disciplines as an essential part of the faith development process.  It is necessary to attend worship and Bible study in a congregational setting (Heb. 10:25).  But it should …

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