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Category Archives: tools4trenches
A Word for the Week: “Pieces” (1 Corinthians 12:21-25)
The eye cannot say to the hand, “I have no need of you,” nor again the head to the feet, “I have no need of you.” On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, and … Continue reading
A Word for the Week: “Peace” (John 14:25-27)
These things I have spoken to you while I am still with you. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you. Peace … Continue reading
Christian Marriage 203
“Godly unity…” If you’ve been following this series from the start, you may remember that we noted a cumulative sequence in the first four Commandments. There seems to be a similar layering of basic truths and concerns in the last … Continue reading
“Safety” (suggested applications)
The following is related to an earlier devotional post on “safety”: watch yourself – others need you! If you’re not familiar with this series, you may want to review some of the foundational articles and videos on W.A.I.T. training and … Continue reading
Link to “Group” (a Christian Website of Youth Ministry)
Group youth ministry tell their origin story in this way. “Once upon a time, there was a young youth ministry worker named Thom who couldn’t find enough great ideas for his youth group. No one had computers yet. The guys … Continue reading
A Word for the Week: “Perspective” (1 Peter 2:13-17)
Be subject for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good. For this is the will of God, that … Continue reading
Christian Marriage 202
“Human worth…” “Every plot in literature or film centers on one question: ‘who am I?’” That’s a paraphrase from a movie I saw recently. I guess the plot wasn’t developed well enough for me to remember more, but the point … Continue reading
“Sacrifice” (suggested applications)
The following is related to an earlier devotional post on “sacrifice”: because “no” could save your life. If you’re not familiar with this series, you may want to review some of the foundational articles and videos on W.A.I.T. training and … Continue reading
Link to “Evangelism Explosion” (a Christian Website)
When you go to their tab, “About Evangelism Explosion”, these time-tested servants describe their work in this way… Evangelism Explosion is a ministry that trains people how to share their faith in Christ and how to bring people from unbelief … Continue reading
A Word for the Week: “Peace” (Romans 5:6-10)
For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. For one will scarcely die for a righteous person—though perhaps for a good person one would dare even to die— but God shows his love for us in that while we … Continue reading
Christian Marriage 201
“Because parents…” Ready for another layer? Although not fatalistic, the biggest human influence on our marriages is usually the time we had with our parents. It may be better now (or not), but those were our formative years. They shaped our view … Continue reading
“Reward” (suggested applications)
The following is related to an earlier devotional post on “reward”: keep your eyes on the prize. If you’re not familiar with this series, you may want to review some of the foundational articles and videos on W.A.I.T. training and … Continue reading
Link to “Christianity Explored” (a Christian Website)
My wife and I personally benefited from and used this creative, Christ-centered, and powerful ministry for others’ clearer understanding and greater joy in Christ. In the ministry’s own words… Christianity Explored Ministries helps people meet Jesus in the pages of Scripture … Continue reading
A Word for the Week: “Paradox” (1 Peter 1:10-12)
Concerning this salvation, the prophets who prophesied about the grace that was to be yours searched and inquired carefully, inquiring what person or time the Spirit of Christ in them was indicating when he predicted the sufferings of Christ and the subsequent glories. It was revealed … Continue reading
Christian Marriage 104
“Real Rest” Ironically, the articulation of rest seems to have required the most work of all Ten Commandments. You may also notice, only the Fourth Commandment changes from Exodus 20 to Deuteronomy 5. I’ll address that in the video. For now, … Continue reading
“Partners” (suggested applications)
The following is related to an earlier devotional post on “partners”: we need each other. If you’re not familiar with this series, you may want to review some of the foundational articles and videos on W.A.I.T. training and specific posts … Continue reading
Link to “Reformed University Fellowship” (a Christian Website)
When I was in college and struggling in my walk with God, the Lord used a campus minister and several student leaders in Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) to build my understanding and joy in Christ. “More than just a ministry … Continue reading
A Word for the Week: “Pace” (Galatians 6:1-5)
Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. For if anyone thinks he is something, when he … Continue reading
Christian Marriage 103
“The Weight of the Name” In Exodus 20:7 and Deuteronomy 5:11, the third Commandment forbids taking God’s name in “vain”. Why? And what does that have to do with marriage? The questions are actually closely related. In many cultures, when a … Continue reading
“Pain” (suggested applications)
The following is related to an earlier devotional post on “pain”: leaving the comfort zone. If you’re not familiar with this series, you may want to review some of the foundational articles and videos on W.A.I.T. training and specific posts … Continue reading
Link to “Biblegateway” (a Christian Website)
When I have access to the internet, I use Biblegateway every day, multiple times a day. I particularly appreciate it for being able to search single words or exact phrases and seeing how many times those occur in each book … Continue reading
A Word for the Week: “Opportunity” (Hebrews 10:35-39)
Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised. For, “Yet a little while, and the coming one will come and will not … Continue reading
Christian Marriage 102
“The Issue of Image” The issue of image is a serious struggle. It’s not only prevalent, it’s poisonous. Image emphasizes partial truths. Consider some of the narrow areas that often define a person’s image: relative success in a job, physical appearance, race, … Continue reading
“Maturity” (suggested applications)
The following is related to an earlier devotional post on “maturity”: how and why to measure our spiritual progress. If you’re not familiar with this series, you may want to review some of the foundational articles and videos on W.A.I.T. … Continue reading
Link to the “Family Research Council” (a Christian Website)
The vision of FRC is “a culture in which all human life is valued, families flourish, and religious liberty thrives.” If you’d like to learn more, you can click on the banner below to go to their home page. If you’d … Continue reading
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