Awe factor
Pray continually. – 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Stop praying. Wait, what’d he just say? Francis Chan’s words in “Crazy Love” got my attention. Francis’ contention was that we have lost the “awe factor” in our prayer life. He reflects on Revelation 4, and Isaiah 6 that gives a description of God’s appearance, and the setting of […]
He knows how we work
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. – Prov 3:5 Countless times I would get the boat out for a fishing trip, set up camp or try to tie a loop on a fishhook. I thought I was doing things right. My grandfather would watch for just […]
I was a wrestler
Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. – 1 Cor. 15:58 I was a wrestler in high school. The first thing I learned was to have a […]
This feels good
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters – Colossians 3:23 We often relate this passage to our jobs/work…which is great…but it applies to so much more than that. The word “Whatever” is a big word and covers all. Do we approach everything we […]
So passionate
Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. – Deuteronomy 6:5 Men are very passionate people! When it comes to sports teams, outdoor activities and tools; its easy to see how passionate they are. When it comes to talking about Jesus; sometimes their isn’t […]
Refused to carry a gun
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. – Ephesians 6:10 Have you ever heard of Desmond Doss? When I think of the word courage, this man exemplifies it. He was a Medal of Honor winner from World War II. In short, Doss and his battalion were being attacked as they climbed […]
Distinctive qualities
Do not be misled: “Bad company corrupts good character.” – 1 Corinthians 15:33 The Oxford dictionary defines character as, “the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual.” Who are your buddies? Are they men with holy mental and moral qualities? Your friends will shape and define your future. Their advice, counsel, humor, encouragement, etc. […]
Help with a bad attitude
For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. – Hebrews 4:12 Do you ever find yourself with a bad attitude? I know I do. Guess what, God’s word which […]
Guts to confess
Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. – James 5:16 Do you have a crew of friends around you praying for you? Do they know how they can be praying for you? Have you […]
When your team does good
Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. – Matthew 10:32 What does it look like to acknowledge Christ before others? When your team does good, you like to tell people about it. If you see a good movie, you tell your friends to go see it, too. If […]