And the Lord God commanded the man, “You are free to eat from any tree in the garden; but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat from it you will certainly die.” (Genesis 2:16-17 NIV) The source of life and fruitfulness is God. Choosing […]
Read More Bad Fruit and the Self Life (The Fruit Series 12)I love the question. It is one I grow to appreciate should be dominant in every aspect of life. The answer this video provides is on point in a number of ways. What should also be noted, however, is that the video is not meant to be comprehensive – that could not be satisfactorily covered […]
Read More How Can I Become More like Christ?When the financial crisis hit, talk of austerity and cutbacks were not embraced with joy. Especially when certain people suffered in particular where others did not appear to suffer that much at all. Almost a decade since it hit and there is little indication that what was done was fair, equitable and just. Understandably that […]
Read More Cutbacks to Go ForwardComing across this was brilliant. I found it really useful in reminding me of the things to do that allows my relationship with Jesus to grow. It’s why I heartily commend it to you. For His Name’s Sake Shalom C. L. J. Dryden
Read More How Do I Get a Passion for Jesus?It has been too long since I have mentioned great blogs that I have come across. My writing continues to be spurred on by the good work that is going on elsewhere. This evening I read a blog about seven keys to body life by the ever excellent Eric Carpenter. There have been a number of […]
Read More Keys to Body LifeSee Jesus Christ For His Name’s Sake Shalom C. L. J. Dryden
Read More The Only Way to Overcome IdolatryWe love this couple. By we, I mean Authrine and I. We love this couple. They are so beautiful together. They are treasures that are now not so hidden and we have the blessed opportunity to uncover more of the riches within them as we engage in conversation. It’s only fair that we divulge ourselves […]
Read More We Are SharingRecently I had the privilege of sitting in on a small prayer meeting. The thing about settings where there’s a small number of people is that if those in attendance are interested it gives room for lively and engaging dialogue. The nature of the prayer meeting gave space for people to share their prayer points, […]
Read More The Choke HoldPeter in his second letter to believers encouraged them to build on eight qualities to ensure they remained fruitful and productive in their knowledge of Jesus Christ. Faith, goodness, knowledge, self control, perseverance, godliness, mutual affection and love. I was dwelling on those lately and was arrested by perseverance. That capacity to endure, to keep […]
Read More Keep On Keeping OnThis was a significant turning point in the lives of the two men who asked Jesus this question. It highlights the acknowledgement of who Jesus is and much more. It’s a verse worth meditating on. For His Name’s Sake Shalom C. L. J. Dryden
Read More Verse for Consideration: John 1:38
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