Posted on August 16, 2009 by thinkpoint
I just returned from summer conference ministry. As I travel and teach about forgiveness and restoring broken relationships, people share many stories with me. Some have sinned in ways that make them feel beyond the reach of God’s forgiveness. Trapped in a prison of regret and guilt, they have lost their joy. Others have been [...]
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Posted on April 10, 2009 by thinkpoint
Compassionate Lord, Your mercies have brought me to the dawn of another day. Vain will be its gift unless I grow in grace, increase in knowledge; ripen for spiritual harvest. Let me this day know You as You are, love You supremely, serve You completely, admire You fully. Through grace let my will respond to [...]
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Posted on December 22, 2008 by thinkpoint
by Steve Cornell
Sometimes it becomes necessary to restate basic truths. Such a time has come regarding the origin and nature of the Bible. A number of popular authors and speakers (particularly in the Emergent Church strand) are unclear about their commitment to Scripture as God’s Word. At the present moment in the life of the Church, there [...]
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Posted on December 15, 2008 by thinkpoint
Restoring a Broken Relationship: How do I know if he is sorry?
How many of you have ever said the words, “I am sorry”? Some people (to their own harm) find it hard to speak these words. These people are either too insecure or too egotistical. But those who enjoy good and healthy relationships realize [...]
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Posted on May 21, 2008 by thinkpoint
In my walk with God, three motivations for obedience have become important. I do not see an order of priority to them but view each as an expression of a good relationship with God. The three are faith, love and fear.
1. Faith:
When I choose to disobey God, I show my lack of faith in him. Scripture says, [...]
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Posted on May 16, 2008 by thinkpoint
A truth that has become increasingly real and special to me is found in the New Testament letter titled First John. I am sure you’ll find immediate application because of the opening line. Here it is: “…if anybody does sin, we have one who speaks to the Father in our defense—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One” (I John [...]
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Posted on February 21, 2008 by thinkpoint
What should I do when I fail:
I John 1:9
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
Proverbs 24:26a
“The godly may trip seven times, but they will get up again.”
“After each failure ask for forgiveness, pick yourself up and try again. [...]
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Posted on November 5, 2007 by thinkpoint
My purpose in these posts on the origin of the bible relates to a perceived deficit in some contemporary expressions within the evangelical Church. Some of the most prominent leaders in these expressions have not received careful training in Scripture. As a result, many truths considered basic have been passed over or questioned. Reaffirming these basic truths appears to be [...]
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Posted on November 2, 2007 by thinkpoint
Sometimes it becomes necessary to restate the basic truths that many had considered to be clear for years. Such a time has come regarding the origin and nature of the Bible. At the present moment in the life of the Church, there is a definite need to reaffirm with deep conviction and clarity the divine [...]
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Posted on April 1, 2007 by thinkpoint
Since confession is good for the soul, I’ll do a little of my own. I have an on-going problem that can be a source of daily irritation. I am always looking for my keys, wallet, cell phone, hat and the newest item—my glasses! My wife and family have been incredibly patient. They just roll their [...]
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