September 26, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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Brethren, even if anyone is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; each one looking to yourself, so that you too will not be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and … Continue reading
September 21, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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Yesterday, at Calvary Theological Seminary, we talked briefly about the importance of “positive irritation” in our Foundations of Biblical Counseling class. Positive irritation is the one-another ministry we carry out for the sake of fellow believers, which aids in spiritual … Continue reading
August 27, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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Over the years, as I have meditated on the implications of the numerous “one-another” commands in the New Testament, I have come to some sobering conclusions about our relationships. It is typical for us as believers to think that our … Continue reading
August 24, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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The Summer Institute of the Institute for Biblical Counseling and Discipleship (IBCD) has just made available, at no cost, the audio downloads of their training sessions. Wow! Here is a treasure chest waiting to be clicked open: Loving Our Enemies by Grace … Continue reading
August 18, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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On the evening before the Lord’s Day, prepare yourself through prayer. Though the sun will rise tomorrow in the same way it does on every other day of the week, let us remember that tomorrow is the Sabbath of the … Continue reading
July 28, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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As you pray for your local church ask the Lord to bring true revival to the hearts of believers. That’s where revival begins. Here are some thoughts to get you started. They come from Del Fehensfeld, Jr. in his book … Continue reading
July 14, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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Tomorrow is the Lord’s Day—a day of great privilege for believers in the Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, let me suggest you take some time this evening to prepare your heart and mind so that you may serve the Lord effectively, … Continue reading
June 30, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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One of the most beautiful and descriptive phrases pertaining to the early believers is that they experienced “unity of mind” as a direct result of praying together. For example, Acts 1:14 indicates they all prayed “with one mind,” which means … Continue reading
June 21, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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Being able to do nothing more than sit in my recliner recovering from hernia surgery, I am catching up on reading articles I’ve printed off in the past few months. Here’s a selection that I personally found helpful to my … Continue reading
June 16, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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Preparing for the celebration of the Lord’s Day—to worship Him and fellowship with other believers—is a much-neglected, but important, spiritual discipline. By using the ACTS acrostic, a common tool for prayer, let me suggest some Scriptures that will shift the … Continue reading
