Embracing our new identity in Christ

The Endurance Test

Finding Strength in Trials Ps. TE Khorombi Life throws curveballs. Sometimes, those curveballs feel less like gentle nudges and more like a direct hit. But what if I told you that even in the midst of these challenges, there's a hidden strength waiting to be discovered? The verse from James 1:3 (NASB): "The testing of your faith produces endurance." This isn't a feel-good statement; it's a profound truth about the human spirit and our relationship with faith. This verse doesn't shy away from the reality of hardship. It acknowledges that faith will be tested. Think about the times you've faced difficulties: job loss, relationship struggles, health concerns, or simply the daily pressure of life's demands. These are the "testings" James speaks of. But here's the crucial point: these tests aren't designed to break us. Rather, they're opportunities for growth. The process of navigating these trials, of leaning on our faith d...

The Gift of Reverence

How Fearing the Lord Leads Us Closer to Him Psalm 95:7: "The fear of the Lord leads to reverence and obedience. Let's heed His voice and follow His ways." The concept of fearing God can be easily misunderstood. In this context, to fear God is not to be afraid of Him, but to have a deep respect and awe for His power, majesty, and holiness. It is a recognition of His infinite wisdom and love, and our complete dependence on Him. Proverbs 1:7 says: "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction." Having reverence for God grounds us in humility and reminds us to seek His wisdom in all things. Through this reverence, we cultivate obedience. When we truly understand and respect God's power and love, we naturally want to follow His commandments. Deuteronomy 10:12-13 instructs us: "“What does the Lord your God require of you? He requires only that you fear the Lord your God, always walking in obedience to him, lo...

Shepherd for the sheep

Ezekiel 34:2 ...Woe be to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! should not the shepherds feed the flocks? The Shepherd will always lead the sheep to pasture. The bible say that " we are sheep of his pasture" . ( Psalms 100:3 ) Let us look at this scripture in another way. what is the role of the sheep in all this. The sheep have to know the voice of the shepherd who has been tasked by God to lead them to pasture. The sheep must learn to always follow the shepherd. if a christian in a congregation is doing things according to their own understanding that is why they end up in the wilderness situation. People need to wake up and start to take heed of the voice of those who have been appointed by Christ himself to lead them. the bible say that He [ Christ ] chose some to be Apostles, prophets, evangelist , pastors [ shepherds ] and teachers. ( Ephesians 4:11 ) Our prosperity depends on obedience of the word given to us from God through the appointed shepherds. In ...

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