Monthly Archives: August 2011

Teaching Life Change (part 3)

In my last post, I stated that spiritual growth is the fruit of an increased understanding (2 Pet. 3:18) – not to behavior management. I am talking about, specifically, an increased understanding of the Gospel (who Jesus is and what … Continue reading

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Teaching Life Change (part 2)

I’m afraid that far too many well-meaning pastors and teachers stress “life change” in their teaching in a way that creates guilt, along with the sense that they do not quite measure up to the level of spirituality that the “super … Continue reading

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Teaching Life Change

It is fashionable today among church slogans and mission statements to hear phrases like “we exist to produce life transformation” or “our mission is to help people live changed lives”. There are many others that are common, but I think … Continue reading

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A Tribute To John Stott

I’ve been a little more out of the loop than usual these past few weeks since starting a new job, so I was a little late in hearing that John Stott has moved on to his eternal home. So much … Continue reading

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Miley’s New Tattoo

For the past several years, Miley Cyrus has been a rising star, and a role model for young girls. More recently, however her value as role model has grown increasingly questionable. I do not know where Miley really stands with … Continue reading

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