In Paul’s opening words to his Galatian friends, he makes the following declaration: For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ. (Galatians 1:10) It is clear from … More God-pleasers, Man-pleasers, Preachers, and People
Hello! My name is Joseph Franks. I am a minister, and I am a struggling leader. As a leader, I struggle with pride. I am consistently tempted to focus on myself. In my mind, I am the sun about which all the other planets rotate. I am legendary and prestigious in my own eyes, and I … More Leaders Anonymous
It is written in Proverbs 17:17, “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” Jesus is our friend. He is the one friend born for our adversity. He foreknows us, foresees our depravity, foreloves us, lives for us, dies for us, prays for us, indwells us, sanctifies us, gifts us, … More Wanting to be Friendly
Unfathomable Grace 