Evangelical Hypocrisy

Of all hypocrites, grant that I may not be an evangelical hypocrite, who sins more safely because grace abounds, who tells his lusts that Christ's blood cleanseth them, who reasons that God cannot cast him into hell, for he is saved, who loves evangelical preaching, churches, Christians, but lives unholily. An excerpt from the prayer …

Praying for a Cruciform Life (Psalm 119:36)

"Incline my heart to Your testimonies and not to selfish gain." Psalm 119:36 Psalm 119 is my prayer guide for the Cruciform Life.  The psalmist employs about eight different Hebrew words that all refer to the Law of God (laws, commands, precepts, rules, testimonies, etc.).  Jesus said that all of the Law hangs on loving …

A Prayer For Christian Unity

Heavenly Father, Lord Jesus, Holy Spirit, three-in-one God, one God in three persons . . . You are the original relationship. You are the original God-centered, others-oriented community. You are the MODEL for the unity of Your Church. Our Lord Jesus prayed that we would live in holy relationship with one another, even as You live as a holy relationship. …

The Gospel: The Most Important Meal Of The Day

A great way to start the work week.  A prayer from Scotty Smith.  I post this one for the guys in my college-age Bible study.  This is what we talked about last night. Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you.Psalm 143:8 Gracious Lord Jesus, …