“In order to grow to become distinctive disciples, we need to be able to have meaningful and deep conversations that explore difficult subjects and questions in the light of God’s word.” Brian Seagraves & Hunter Leavine, Gender
Category Archives: Quotes
Confusion in life…
“The confusion we experience in this life is not from the absence of God, but because of the consequences of sin. In the same way that pain is a signal alerting us that something in our bodies isn’t right, the pain and suffering in our world is a signal that something is broken. As ChristianContinue reading “Confusion in life…”
Embracing rest…
“We embrace the art of rest and resist the gospel of self-justification by allowing Jesus to be the Lord of our Sabbath.” Adam Mabry, The Art of Rest
Rest is not…
“Rest is not a religious action item to be added to a list. It isn’t to be performed; it’s a delight to be enjoyed.” Adam Mabry, The Art of Rest
Faith is not…
“Faith is not the presence of warm religious feeling. It’s the knowledge that you walk before the God who hears.” Edward Welch, Depression
What the Bible shows us…
“Rather than accommodating our desire for the Bible to address what we think is most important, the Bible invites us to allow it to show us what is most important.” Dennis E. Johnson, Journeys with Jesus
Real prayer…
“It is better to pray real, honest, even angry prayers than not to pray at all. Prayer recognises God is still God” Sarah Collins & Jayne Haynes, Dealing with Depression
The gospel is…
“The gospel is the good news that God in his mercy does not leave us in our hopeless condition, but sent his only Son, Jesus, to rescue us, redeem us, and restore us to relationship with God.” Brian Croft, The Pastor’s Ministry
God’s covenant…
“If there is one word that summarizes God’s redemptive design for sinners—assuring them of forgiveness and restoration—it is covenant.” Derek Thomas, Strength for the weary
Made for service…
“We exist to serve the Lord, and we are redeemed to serve the Lord.” Derek Thomas, Strength for the weary
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