We live in a workout culture as a kind of cult of the body. Even self­help books and YouTube videos pander to improving self as though it is all about My Self. We see something different in Philippians about what it means to work out with the Lord as...

It’s hard to be humble or to have steady, clear thoughts when there are conditions and events in our lives that either work against us or fan the flame of self­centeredness. Nevertheless, there’s joy to be had as we seek humility.

In Colossians chapter three Paul talks about the practical reality and very real challenge of living out our faith. There is nothing easy or automatic about denying ourselves or dying to self; that call goes against our natural tendencies. Paul...

It can be difficult to appreciate the extent of the spiritual battle that surrounds us 24/7. And that spiritual battle actually spills out into our world. Without the Holy Spirit as our strength and the Word of God to direct us, the battle can be...

With so many things all around us that vie for our attention and desire, it can be a struggle to return to our first love either regularly or consistently.

Fellowship and community are common terms bandied about in the church. It’s one thing to meet together but quite another to commune as family.

Reference: Colossians 2:6-7

There is a great challenge we face in both our life and journey of faith, to live first and foremost for the living God. The challenge is to stay focused, concentrated on Him for everything.