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The Joy of Using Your Gift for Others

“God has given each of you a gift from His great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” — 1 Peter 4:10 (NLT) One of the greatest privileges of following Jesus is discovering that God has … Continue reading

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Excellence in Every Assignment From God

Paul’s words in 2 Timothy 2:15 set a high but life-giving standard for anyone who wants to serve God well: “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive His approval. Be a good worker, one who does … Continue reading

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Fan the Flame: Using the Gift God Has Placed in You

Based on 2 Timothy 1:6–7 Every now and then, Paul writes something to Timothy that sounds less like an apostle and more like a seasoned coach staring down a timid rookie: “Fan into flame the gift of God…” In modern … Continue reading

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Be Encouraged, Paul: How God’s Word Sent the Gospel to Rome

“That night the Lord appeared to Paul and said, ‘Be encouraged, Paul. Just as you have been a witness to me here in Jerusalem, you must preach the Good News in Rome as well.’” – Acts 23:11 A Word in … Continue reading

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Use the Gift God Has Given You

Romans 12 is one of the most practical and inspiring chapters in the New Testament. After spending eleven chapters explaining the depth of God’s mercy and grace, Paul begins Romans 12 with a passionate plea: “And so, dear brothers and … Continue reading

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What We Learn from the Devotional Life of Jesus and Paul

One of the best ways to grow in our walk with God is to study how Jesus Himself prayed and engaged with Scripture—and how His follower, Paul, continued in that same rhythm. While the Bible doesn’t lay out a complete … Continue reading

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How to Discover Your Spiritual Gift

Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 12:7, “A spiritual gift is given to each of us so we can help each other.” That simple but powerful truth reminds us that God has entrusted every believer with a unique gift to serve … Continue reading

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Powerful Presence of the Holy Spirit in the Life of the Believer

“When the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth. He will not speak on His own but will tell you what He has heard. He will tell you about the future.” – John 16:13 Jesus knew … Continue reading

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Staying Focused on the Mission

In Mark 13:9-10, Jesus tells His disciples, “You will stand trial before governors and kings because you are My followers. But this will be your opportunity to tell them about Me. For the Good News must first be preached to … Continue reading

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10 Keys to Growing a Small Church

Working in a small church is a special privilege. It’s intimate, personal, and often deeply fulfilling. However, small churches often face unique challenges when it comes to growth. Whether your goal is numerical growth, deeper discipleship, or both, here are … Continue reading

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