Go above and beyond for your spouse without expecting anything in return. Simply seek to be a blessing to them just because you love them. I have never heard a man complain that his wife made his favorite meal, set his clothes out for work the next day, or gave him a nice foot rub… Continue reading Intimacy in Marriage: Part 3
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Why is Submission Different?
Submission is a word that carries a negative connotation in the time we live in. If this isn’t a word you are very familiar with, your first thoughts may be something like slavery and oppression. If you are familiar with this word, you may have your own opinions of how to carry it out or… Continue reading Why is Submission Different?
Respect in Marriage: Part Three
Ephesians 5:21 “Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.” Marriage is a constant balance of giving and taking, meeting in the middle so both spouses are pleased with the results and direction of the marriage. Some requests your spouse may have will not make sense to you. You may often find yourself… Continue reading Respect in Marriage: Part Three
Respect in Marriage: Part Two
Wife, this one is mostly for you. I am speaking to myself here as well. Please hear my heart here. We all struggle with this to some degree from time to time. I am not trying to pick on you. We hear plenty from the pulpit and other male teachers on this topic. But just… Continue reading Respect in Marriage: Part Two
Respect in Marriage: Part One
I feel like there needs to be a huge PSA at the wedding that says: You are married. Stop living as if you are still single. Your finances, your friends, and your schedule are no longer yours alone. You are on the same side. You two are now one. There is nothing you will do… Continue reading Respect in Marriage: Part One
Do You See Christ?
In Matthew chapter 2 we see the wise men searching for Jesus. They come to the palace, where you’d expect a king to be, and they find Herod. He feels threatened by the news of a new King in town. He calls his closest advisers: the scribes and Pharisees. These men gave their lives to… Continue reading Do You See Christ?
Will You Sing At Midnight?
In Acts chapter 16 we see Paul and Silas on a missionary journey. They are following the leading of the Holy Spirit and preaching the gospel where they are led to go. They are doing the work of God. This chapter is not a highlight reel of blessing and ease. Too often we think the… Continue reading Will You Sing At Midnight?
Have You Purposed?
In two portions of Scripture we see God talk about purposing something in the heart. This isn’t just having a good idea or trying harder. This is a set determination. A conviction. An unwavering stance. Acts 11:23 “Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that… Continue reading Have You Purposed?
When They Hear You Speak
John 1:37, “And the two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus.” There’s two disciples here that have been with John the Baptist. In verse 36 John says “Behold the Lamb of God!” Because of his declaration, those two disciples began to follow Christ. When others hear you speak, do they want to follow… Continue reading When They Hear You Speak
Plant the Seed
Mark chapter 4. The seed here is the Word of God. Often, I think we let it represent the Gospel. While it can, it also applies to the entire word of God. Let’s take a look at what Christ says about the Seed. In verse 15 Jesus tells us that Satan comes immediately to steal… Continue reading Plant the Seed
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