Righteousness is an attribute that is exclusive God. He imparts righteousness to us as gift through faith in Jesus. We can't get righteousness any other way. We can't earn it. We receive it because God actively has chosen to give it to us. None of us deserves it. But all of us have equal access to it.

Power is an elusive thing in the world. But we don't need the world's power. We need the power of God. We need the power of the Holy Spirit. And both John the Baptist and later Jesus talk about the baptism of the Holy Spirit. This is the power of the Body of Christ. This is the power of the church that is missing in so churches. But what is this baptism of the Holy Spirit for?

Forgiveness is something every person needs. Doing the right thing can get us on the right road, but it is no way nearly enough. See the gravity of forgiveness come to life in Luke 3 like you may have not experienced before.

The intimate relationship between the Father and the Son has a direct relationship to how you are to be a disciple in the world. Understanding your position in this relationship is critical to understanding your role in society. It is also an incredible way to more fully understand the gospel of John as a most powerful book.

How can I learn to be content in every situation? Philippians 4 teaches us how. Get this powerful teaching that can help you breathe real and perpetual contentment into your life.

Philippians 2

1 Corinthians 2

What are you called to do with your light?

As the people of God, we need to build up our communities and not just our churches. What can you do with your secular position to benefit the the Kingdom of God on earth?

We all need to know our place in the world. Psalm 8 defines that place for us. And out of that definition comes authentic praise.