Tag: spirit
Dying Before We Die, Part 1
Dying Before We Die, Part 1 For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. Romans 8:13-14 Many people fear death more … Continue reading Dying Before We Die, Part 1
My Face
My Face Then God said, “Let us make humankind in our image, according to our likeness…” Genesis 1:26a According to the creation story recorded in the first chapter of Genesis, humankind was created in the image of God and according to God’s likeness. Not only that, the account is recorded as a conversation within the … Continue reading My Face
God the Spirit, Part 2
God the Spirit, Part 2 “For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.” Matthew 18:20 The third person of the Trinity is the Holy Spirit, which is a product of relationship. Relationship occurs when someone is in fellowship with one or more others. Reflecting on my marriage, there … Continue reading God the Spirit, Part 2
God the Spirit, Part 1
God the Spirit, Part 1 “I have said these things to you while I am still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you. John 14:2-26 The three persons of the Trinity … Continue reading God the Spirit, Part 1
Weightier Matters
Weightier Matters Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint, dill, and cumin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faith. It is these you ought to have practiced without neglecting the others. You blind guides! You strain out a gnat but swallow a camel. Matthew … Continue reading Weightier Matters
Contemplating Grace 