Category Archives: attitudes of unity

Seven causes behind legalism

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Wisdomforlife

Few things are more disruptive to unity in the Church than legalism. We must understand the threat of legalism and equip the Church and our families to respond. Continue reading →

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Lord, help us be united

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Wisdomforlife

Unity is challenging because the relationships in the church are not to be superficial or casual. The picture of life together for those who follow Christ is … Continue reading →

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Take delight in honoring others

Posted on January 31, 2023 by Wisdomforlife

A call to initiate or to surpass one another in showing honor. Continue reading →

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A closer look at Colossians 3:11-14

Posted on January 6, 2023 by Wisdomforlife

Among those who have been forgiven through Jesus Christ, a new identity has been formed — one that overcomes differences that separate people from each other. Our new identity also transforms the way we relate to and respond to other people. Continue reading →

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Unfortunate debate over Romans 9-11

Posted on December 31, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

I wrote this because of the temptation to focus so much on debated doctrines in Romans 9-11 that we miss the need to humbly worship the God who is revealed so amazingly in these chapters.

I also see an urgency to place the chapters in the larger context of… Continue reading →

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Understanding Forgiveness

Posted on December 16, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

20 resources to help us understand and work through forgiveness. Continue reading →

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Remedy for discouragement

Posted on November 14, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Gratitude is the one of the best remedies to discouragement. “What I have found is that the rhythm of divine renewal beats in the pulse of a purposefully grateful heart” (Ellen Vaughn, Radical Gratitude). I need divine renewal when my heart … Continue reading →