But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. (Galatians 5:22,23) Love, joy and peace – these first three attributes seem wrapped in gossamer - fit for the heavenly-minded. In contrast, patience is the practical, down-to-earth cotton woven into the fabric of the most … [Read more...] about Fruit of the Spirit: Patience
Faith
Inspiring a deeper walk of faith in God, expressed as Father, Son, and Spirit. Living out our shared experiences of life in Christ.
George Whitefield: Waking up to the fire of Christ
When is the last time that your pastor had to be hoisted, like George Whitefield, through a window into your crowded church building, because there was no other way in? The Rev. George Whitefield (1714 - 1770) took part in a Great Awakening that is still impacting many congregations today. Charles Spurgeon called Whitefield “all life, fire, wing, force.” After being ordained … [Read more...] about George Whitefield: Waking up to the fire of Christ
Faith and work: insights from the latest Barna research part 3
Do you work to live or live to work? In a digitally driven, sleep-deprived, stressed-out world, the answer to this may not come easy, even to believers who look to integrate faith and work. Sixteen years ago, at a Stanford commencement address, Steve Jobs shared his visionary banner for the next generations. “You’ve got to find what you love. Your work is going to fill a … [Read more...] about Faith and work: insights from the latest Barna research part 3
Aimee Semple McPherson: Canadian fire-starter
What if we told you that Aimee Semple McPherson was the most famous North American woman in the 1920s? How is it that a Canadian farm girl impacted the lives of millions around the world? She built Angeles Temple, the largest church in America at that time, debt free, and packed it out four times every Sunday. I am inspired by the way God used a very human, … [Read more...] about Aimee Semple McPherson: Canadian fire-starter
Faith and work: insights from the latest Barna research
Insights from the latest Barna research finds that 77 percent of Christians prefer to share their faith through their lifestyle rather than their words, is there a place for more intention in our workplaces? Dr. Ben Ries, in his article The Kingdom Coming Near (Barna, The Christian and Work, side-bar pp. 66-67) notes that “our best efforts to make the local church more … [Read more...] about Faith and work: insights from the latest Barna research