We are God’s masterpiece [poem]. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago (Ephesians 2:10, NLT). The Greek word “masterpiece” comes from the Greek word “poiema,” from which we get the English word “poem.” We are God’s masterpieces: a poem or an […]
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Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord. There are varieties of effects, but the same God who works all things in all persons (1 Corinthians 12:4-6, NASB1995). The Apostle Paul writes in Ephesians 4:1 that we should walk in a manner worthy of our calling. Do we know
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Now, dear brothers and sisters, regarding your question about the special abilities the Spirit gives us. I don’t want you to misunderstand this (1 Corinthians 12:1, NLT). A life speaking our voice (calling) is a blessing. But do we feel blessed? There is a phrase “finding your voice,” which means discovering who you are. God has given
Therefore, brothers, be all the more diligent to confirm your calling and election, for if you practice these qualities you will never fall (2 Peter 1:10, ESV). Calling is the purpose of our lives. Every follower of Jesus has a unique purpose designed and monitored by God through spiritual gifts and ministry opportunities. It’s an individual and narrow
For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago (Ephesians 2:10, NLT). The following opening line for a series of movies is recognizable by most… Your mission, should you choose to accept it… The title of the series
I am fully convinced, my dear brothers and sisters, that you are full of goodness (Romans 15:14, NLT). The Greek word for “goodness” is used four times in the New Testament and all by the Apostle Paul. This word is not found in any other writing of the ancient world; it is strictly a Pauline biblical
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Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think (Ephesians 3:20, ESV). All of us can change the world through prayer. There isn’t a disease, political event, catastrophe, war, or relationship that can’t be influenced by prayer. Prayer is equal opportunity as you don’t need a certain
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Only let each person lead the life that the Lord has assigned to him, and to which God has called him (1 Corinthians 7:17, ESV). From the office where I write Interruptions, I can look out my window and see the building where the patents for Orville and Wilbur Wright were filed. If it wasn’t for
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Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us; and confirm for us the work of our hands; Yes, confirm the work of our hands (Psalm 90:17, NASB 1995). Work can be fun, and work can be a pain. Sometimes in the same hour. But do we enjoy our work? I believe all of us want
If I went on a retreat to hear God speaking to me, to hear God’s calling, below are the steps that I would take to hear God’s voice. These verses are my “go-to” passages when I want to hear God’s voice. The verses are packed with insight. I’m not telling you what I have learned
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