September 19, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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It is our conviction that every Christian should be an active member of a Bible-teaching local church. As believers in Christ, we are members of His body and must discipline ourselves to be actively involved in ministry as a way … Continue reading
September 18, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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Though the fig tree should not blossom and there be no fruit on the vines, though the yield of the olive should fail and the fields produce no food, though the flock should be cut off from the fold and … Continue reading
September 17, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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Have you ever experienced the power of encouragement? I can remember many times over the years when God provided faithful believers who were “others-focused” enough to come alongside and strengthen my hands for His work. The Apostle Paul had such … Continue reading
September 16, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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“Rejoice always” (1 Thess. 5:16). The idea of rejoicing at all times runs against the grain of our humanity. Our depravity has trained us to believe that joy is the same as happiness and is dependent upon our circumstances. If … Continue reading
September 15, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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The latter half of this week, I’m teaching a 3-day module at my alma mater Calvary Bible College & Theological Seminary in Kansas City. Since my class did not begin until this afternoon my schedule was free to attend the undergrad … Continue reading
September 15, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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7. Encourage them to learn to gratefully and humbly receive from others even if it is better to give. When Paul gave his closing charge to the elders in Ephesus he said, “I have coveted no one’s silver or gold … Continue reading
September 14, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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4. Encourage them to be teachable so as not to miss the hidden blessings of their trial but learn to rest in God’s all-sufficient grace. There is no better teacher, or sanctifier, than trials. Trials have the unique power to … Continue reading
September 13, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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Here’s 5 more articles worth reading… What Is a Gay Christian? – Denny Burk writes, “It’s unseemly to create labels that define Christians by sins that they are supposed to repent of. We can be honest about our sin without … Continue reading
September 13, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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1. Encourage them to joyfully trust God’s good purposes for their time of trial (yesterday’s post). 2. Encourage them to be diligent to pursue every avenue of ethical employment and yet wait on the Lord. God has a very high view … Continue reading
September 12, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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One of the most obvious consequences of our present economic downturn is the trial of unemployment. For many this is a trial they did not envision going through as they have never before had a problem being gainfully employed. However, … Continue reading
