On Day 19 of the Fast, we tackle the rather sensitive subject of traditions within the Body of Christ that could potentially stand in the way of us experiencing at.one.ment with our Lord. Let me start with a word of caution…just because traditions … [Continue reading]
Oct. 09, 2013–The Origin of Divisions
You should not be surprised to hear that in over three decades of ordained ministry, I have seen my fair share of divisions within the Body—in the congregations I have served and elsewhere. Neither should you be shocked to learn that I must shoulder … [Continue reading]
Oct. 08, 2013–When Leaders Cause Division…
My brothers and sisters, some from Chloe’s household have informed me that there are quarrels among you. What I mean is this: One of you says, “I follow Paul”; another, “I follow Apollos”; another, “I follow Cephas”; still another, “I follow Christ.” … [Continue reading]
Oct. 07, 2013–Jesus’ Design for The Body
Yesterday, we moved to Week 3 of the 21 Days of At.One.Ment Fast by focusing on Jesus’ desire for the Body, summed up in these words from his prayer: “that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us … [Continue reading]
Oct. 06, 2013–Jesus’ desire for At.One.Ment within His Body
Congratulations to those of you who have been journeying along with us on the 21 Days of At.One.Ment Fast since Sept. 22! We have completed 14 full days and are now entering the home stretch. I trust it has been a blessing to you so far. For the … [Continue reading]
Oct. 05, 2013–Becoming Unoffendable
Over the past few years, Sulojana and I have been taking healing of the heart quite seriously. We have gone through an entire “Healing Week” through Restoring The Foundations. We have gone through several sessions of Sozo ministry each. As a … [Continue reading]
Oct. 04, 2013–Dare to ask Why
True Confession time…I used to take offense quite readily, usually when someone levelled any kind of criticism at me or tried to offer correction, even gently. Not only would I take offense, but I would also let the offense percolate within my … [Continue reading]
Oct. 03, 2013–No Bitter Root
Right after Jesus talks about leaving your offering behind and being reconciled first with your brother/sister (Matthew 5:23-24), he says: “Settle matters QUICKLY with your adversary who is taking you to court.” The Greek word “tachu” which is … [Continue reading]
Oct. 02, 2013–Offense is seldom given and always taken
At the recent Catch the Fire Conference in Toronto, my pastor friend Duncan Smith made the statement that is the title of this post. Offense is seldom given and always taken. It took me some time to digest…and when I did, it dawned on me how true … [Continue reading]
Oct. 01, 2013–Overlook An Offense
A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense. (Proverbs 19:11) A few weeks back, four of us were having breakfast at a restaurant. Two of us were really hungry and ordered a full breakfast. The other two ordered … [Continue reading]
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