King Jesus operated in fascinating ways on the earth. In Matthew 9:9-13, we see Him call Matthew to follow Him and then respond to the disdain of the Pharisees for attending a dinner at Matthew’s house. Here are some reflections on the reach of the King. Who Jesus Chooses to Follow Him – What to […]
Read More KMCD 08: The Reach of the KingPreviously, we considered the marvel of the gospel of Jesus Christ and how it influences the Kingsman. Let’s see how it impacts how the marvel is conveyed within and beyond the church. Conveying the marvel within the church The church must be a community where the marvel is celebrated, not assumed. Here’s how that happens. […]
Read More KMCD 07: The Marvel of the Gospel – Part TwoMarvel. It’s a word that captures wonder, astonishment, and awe. When we speak of the marvel of the Gospel, we’re not just acknowledging facts or theology. We’re standing before the most extraordinary moment in all of history – breathless at what God has done. The Kingsman has the great delight and pleasure to be a […]
Read More KMCD 06: The Marvel of the Gospel – Part OneThere is a common practice among those who are called by God, and that is the practice of prayer. Prayer is the lifeline. Prayer is the oxygen. Prayer is the important connection set apart to clearly communicate with God in line with the understanding that all communications are primarily based in him. In prayer, we […]
Read More KMCD 05: Prayer and the KingsmanThe Word of God is essential to life. It’s good to take in the whole word, yet there are certain aspects of the word that can have an impact on some more than others. See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so […]
Read More KMCD 04: The Love of the Father to be Pure like the SonWhat’s the big deal about being a Kingsman? Part one covered reasons why being a Kingsman means I don’t belong to myself and don’t rely on myself. Here are two other valuable reasons. I become someone greater than I’d imagine By greater, I mean that in God’s perspective. The world has an idea of greatness […]
Read More KMCD 03: Man, What’s the Big Deal? Part TwoWhat’s the big deal about being a Kingsman? I don’t belong to myself. When I was in charge of my life, and it was my life, and I could do what I wanted with it, it was a great feeling of control. At last, I was the master of my own destiny. Nobody could tell […]
Read More KMCD 02: Man, What’s the Big Deal? Part OneIt was a big deal to be a man. The name of the blog and the name of the email – damancd – are indicators of what an achievement I thought it was to achieve the status of being a man. That status was something I sought to attain as I considered the perks and […]
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