Equipping Christians to become disciples
The desire to be approved of, or to be popular, is another deeply ingrained craving in all of us. It will inevitably affect, or even control, our actions unless we make a determined effort to control and resist it. However, few people do that. Most …
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On a similar theme, set out to rid yourself of all selfish or improper ambition. If you don’t, then you will always be vulnerable to being tempted to do wrong in order to protect your current position or your promotion prospects. The demons assigned to …
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Watch over your heart with all diligence,For from it flow the springs of life. Proverbs 4:23 (NASB) And he did evil, for he did not set his heart to seek the LORD. 2 Chronicles 12:14 (RSV) “Only take heed, and keep your soul diligently, lest …
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View PDF of contents page Links below to online chapters Introduction Chapter 1 Some important points at the outset Chapter 2 What is the Bible? How did it come to be written and why should we believe it? Chapter 3 God’s character – who He …
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One of the hardest things to learn as a Christian is how to handle your enemies, and defend yourself from them, yet without becoming like them. When dealing with fools or wicked people, they will use lies and dirty tricks and they will conspire with others …
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This is an aspect of faithfulness which applies in every relationship. There are bound to be people who, have helped you, given you things or prayed for you. Yet it is a feature of our selfish flesh nature that we tend to take such support …
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If God has put you into a managerial position, or if you have your own business, that doesn’t mean you have no boss. God is always your boss and you must report to Him daily. One of the first priorities He will have for you …
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It’s not just with your bosses that you need to be faithful. It’s with your colleagues as well, at every level. You owe a duty of care to everybody else at work to be reliable, honest and hard-working. Never take the credit for what others …
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When King Jehoshaphat, the godly king of Judah, appointed judges this is what he told them: 6 He said to the judges, “Consider what you are doing, for you do not judge for man but for the LORD who is with you when you render judgment. 7 Now …
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Having practiced in employment law for many years, I find it remarkable how many employees resent, despise, or even hate their employer. It seems to be the norm. This is frequently true even amongst Christians. Perhaps this malaise is more widespread in Britain, than elsewhere? …
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