By Michael C. Mack 1. Share a time when your parent (or a parental figure in your life) encouraged you or affirmed your talents or gifts in some way. Read 1 Corinthians 12:1-11. 2. What was the context for Paul discussing spiritual gifts? What seems to have been going on in this church at the […]
By Christy Barritt Failing School Revitalized by Church A public school in inner-city Portland, Oregon, was once on the short list to be shut down because of frequent gang violence. It was one of the most underperforming schools in the state. But because of a church, Roosevelt High School has been transformed and is now […]
By Kelly Carr God’s ways are often a far cry from the approaches we might take in similar circumstances. Many times he uses people for mighty deeds who are otherwise overlooked or undervalued in society. One example of this is when the disciples asked Jesus who the greatest was in the kingdom. Jesus replied, “Truly […]
By David Faust The sense of hearing is one of God’s great creative achievements. My dog knows visitors are approaching our house long before I hear their footsteps on the sidewalk. Owls have large ear holes set at slightly different heights, above and below eye level, enabling them to determine the precise direction of a […]
By Javan Rowe God refers to himself as our Father, indicating something vital and unique about the relationship between parent and child. This is highlighted in the Gospels, where we witness the special relationship between Father and Son, as Jesus is called the Son of God. Our relationships with our own children can be invaluable. […]
