Saving faith leads to sanctified faithfulness, and this is the patten of all who are members of the household of faith. These two aspects — saving faith and sanctified faithfulness — ought not be combined as many do in certain religious communities. One is not gradually converted by faithfulness. The declaration of righteousness given by God is not slowly infused. … More Faith and Faithfulness
In Paul’s letter to his Thessalonian disciples, he gave thanks and briefly commented on his effective ministry in their midst: 1 Thessalonians 1:4-5 For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit … More Three Marks of Effective Ministry
Solomon has built a magnificent house of worship for the Lord. He has followed the Lord’s will, and the house has been filled with furnishings, priests, musicians, sacrifices and much prayer. And because Solomon’s worship was regulated according to the principles of God, the Holy Spirit graced God’s people with his holy presence. And when the priests came … More A Great Morning Prayer
Unfathomable Grace 