Paul’s Calling and Preparation for Ministry
I love how the Lord Jesus and the Holy Spirit worked to call Paul the apostle to serve God. Paul was a well-trained Pharisee with an education equivalent to a Ph.D. today. In Acts chapter 9, the Bible records Paul's calling as follows. Saul was still breathing out...
The Difference Between Purpose and Calling
What is the difference between purpose and calling? Earlier, I defined calling as an invitation to a loving relationship with God that leads to participation in his work in a way that requires that all we are, have, and do be completely devoted to glorifying God....
Seven Ways to Follow Your Dreams
As you set out to serve God in ministry, I encourage you to be or do the following as you follow your dreams: 1. Always do what you believe is God’s will There is a story in the Bible of a young prophet who was deceived by an older prophet. As a result, the young...
True Prayer, True Power by Charles Spurgeon
"Therefore I say unto you, what things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive and ye shall have them."—Mark 11:24 This verse has something to do with the faith of miracles; but I think it hath far more reference to the miracle of faith. We shall say...
The Voice of the Saboteur – Negative Self-Talk
A saboteur is a person who commits sabotage. The voice of the saboteur refers to the internal dialogue or self-talk that undermines your efforts, confidence, and goals. It often manifests as negative, critical, and self-defeating thoughts that can hinder personal...
How to Know Your Calling – 3Ps
Our calling is often found at the intersection of three indicators: Passion, Poverty, & Proficiency. Having any single one of them alone doesn’t mean that’s your calling. Having two of them also doesn’t mean that’s your calling. Having all three of them also...
Why I prefer Bibles Translated by a Committee of Experts, instead of one individual
This video shows how God-fearing scholars meet together to deliberate on how to translate a single word, slave. This illustrates how a modern-day translation committee works. In this specific case, they are the ESV translators working on the latest edition of the...
How much should I eat?
When should I stop eating? Listen to your body and eat until you are satisfied, then stop. Eat until you are 80% full. Not 100% full. Your stomach is the size of a loosely clenched fist. Don’t eat to prevent hunger. Hunger is not bad. You can always eat later when you...
Hunger vs. Thirst: Understanding and Distinguishing for Effective Weight Loss
In the quest for weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, one critical factor often overlooked is the ability to distinguish between hunger and thirst. This seemingly simple skill can have a profound impact on your eating habits, overall health, and success in...
The PREP Framework: An Easy Way to Give Excellent Impromptu Speeches
The PREP framework is an easy and effective way to give a short, impromptu speech. If you have ever been called up to speak at short notice, you know how stressful it can be. PREP is an acrostic that stands for Point, Reason, Example, and Point. Point (claim): The...