Category Archives: Christian Leadership

Wild Waves and Rainless Clouds

Posted on September 5, 2021 by wamplerp

In the very same way, on the strength of their dreams these ungodly people pollute their own bodies, reject authority and heap abuse on celestial beings. But even the archangel Michael, when he was disputing with the devil about the … Continue reading →

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Double-mindedness and Choppy Waters

Posted on August 6, 2021 by wamplerp

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not … Continue reading →

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Holiness and Body Awareness

Posted on July 28, 2021 by wamplerp

Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows … Continue reading →

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Peas and Carrots

Posted on July 11, 2021 by wamplerp

During the days of Jesus’ life on earth, he offered up prayers and petitions with fervent cries and tears to the one who could save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverent submission. Son though he … Continue reading →

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Confused Kindling and Green Wood

Posted on July 10, 2021 by wamplerp

I thank God, whom I serve, as my ancestors did, with a clear conscience, as night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. Recalling your tears, I long to see you, so that I may be filled with … Continue reading →

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Bartenders of Blessings

Posted on July 8, 2021 by wamplerp

The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching. For Scripture says, “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,” and “The … Continue reading →

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Love and Lists

Posted on July 6, 2021 by wamplerp

Give proper recognition to those widows who are really in need. But if a widow has children or grandchildren, these should learn first of all to put their religion into practice by caring for their own family and so repaying … Continue reading →

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Discerning Discipleship

Posted on July 2, 2021 by wamplerp

Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. Instead, speaking the truth … Continue reading →

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Bombastic Boasting

Posted on July 1, 2021 by wamplerp

I repeat: Let no one take me for a fool. But if you do, then tolerate me just as you would a fool, so that I may do a little boasting. In this self-confident boasting I am not talking as … Continue reading →

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The Master Gardener

Posted on June 29, 2021 by wamplerp

Brothers and sisters, I could not address you as people who live by the Spirit but as people who are still worldly—mere infants in Christ. I gave you milk, not solid food, for you were not yet ready for it. … Continue reading →

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