Darkened Glass Reflections
Living today with an eye on eternity
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Christians, Elections, Church, State, and Culture
Today I share a few thoughts about the election and Christians’ relationship to the church, government, and society, inspired by the insights of Dietrich Bonhoeffer.
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Living Sacrifices: Worship in Daily Prayer
The foundation of our Christian life and prayer is worship.
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The Purpose and Power of Prayer in Jesus’ Name
Christians pray to the Father in the name and authority of Jesus, with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Our prayers should seek spiritual fruit, personal growth, and the glory of God in our lives.
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Intercessory and Corporate Prayer
Prayer extends beyond just ourselves and God. We pray for others, including those we may not like, and we pray with others.
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The Words of Christ—John 9:39
Jesus said, “For judgment I came into this world, that those who do not see may see, and those who see may become blind” (John 9:39).
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The Words of Christ—John 8:47
“Whoever is of God hears the words of God. The reason why you do not hear them is that you are not of God” (John 8:47).
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Prayer: The Divine/Human Dialogue
Prayer is a dialog. It does not end after we recited our requests to God and said “Amen.” He is with us all day, and we can expect Him to speak to us always.
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Prayer: An Introduction
This post introduces a series about prayer, which will look at some of the elements of prayer, styles of prayer, and related issues.
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Purpose and Pleasure
Eric Liddell’s testimony inspired me before and after I became a believer in Jesus. He reminds us that we can experience God’s joy as we use our gifts while seeking His glory.
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“What Should I Do Now?” (Matthew 7:28-29)
Jesus finished His Sermon on the Mount, teaching with authority. His message challenges cultural norms and demands a response. He claimed authority as the Word of God and commanded His followers to observe His teachings. His authority remains eternal, with a commission for all to obey and follow Him faithfully.
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