“Is-is he a man?” asked Lucy. “Aslan a man!” said Mr. Beaver sternly. “Certainly not. I tell you he is the King of the wood and the son of the great Emperor-Beyond-the-Sea. Don’t you know who is the King of Beasts? Aslan is a lion – the Lion, the Great Lion.” “Ooh! said Susan. “I’d …
Have you ever wondered how to bless others meaningfully, to pray God’s best for them, whether for a child, a parent, a spouse, a friend, or even a total stranger? When words or insight seem to fail you, try praying these blessings (‘good words’) over the other person. It’s all scripture, so it’s rich, deep, and …
The Gift of Weakness: A Self-Examination. Our working definition of weakness is, A lack of strength due to: sickness; a handicap; an ongoing difficulty; a distressing hardship; insulting opposition; a glaring vulnerability; a limitation that puts one at a disadvantage; the bearing of the difficult burdens of others. Personal questions to consider as you think …
The Gift of Weakness (2). Our working definition of weakness is, A lack of strength due to: sickness; a handicap; an on-going difficulty; a distressing hardship; insulting opposition; a glaring vulnerability; a limitation that puts one at a disadvantage; the bearing of the difficult burdens of others. Scripture Meditation. 2 Corinthians 13:4, a weaving together of the Message, NIV, and …
The Gift of Weakness (1). Here is a working definition of weakness as we meditate on this key scriptural idea about our walk with Christ. Weakness is a lack of strength due to: sickness; a handicap; an ongoing difficulty; a distressing hardship; insulting opposition; a glaring vulnerability; a limitation that puts one at a disadvantage; …
“God knew what he was doing from the very beginning. He decided from the outset to shape the lives of those who love him along the same lines as the life of his Son. The Son stands first in the line of humanity he restored. We see the original and intended shape of our lives …