Relationship

Deposits and Withdrawals

Romans 15:16 – sanctified by the Holy Spirit.  Romans 15:18-19 – …what Christ has accomplished through…word and deed, by the power of signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God… When you or I are in relationship with others, I like to say that, just like a bank account, criticisms or corrections are withdrawals … Read more

National vs. State Borders

Romans 16:17 – I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them. Romans 14:1 – As for the one who is weak in faith, welcome him, but not to quarrel over opinions.  The question as we come to this section … Read more

What should a child-grandparent relationship be like?

This question comes from a gal and her husband who are struggling with where the boundary should be for grandparents. The grandparents go against rules and wishes of the parents and they don’t want to totally cut off the relationship but are trying to figure out the best course of action to continue relationship, if … Read more

Big Books Beyond the Bible

Romans 15:1-13 – We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. For Christ did not please himself, but as it is written, “The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me.” For whatever was … Read more

Romans #32 – Church Family: Supernatural Diversity

In Romans 15:1-13, Pastor Mark talks about the difference between “national” and “state” borders when it comes to Christianity vs. other religions as well as how ultimately, life in the Spirit, living as diverse believers who all love Jesus, is winning.

Chicken Wings and Team Jesus

Romans 14:20-23 – Do not, for the sake of food, destroy the work of God. Everything is indeed clean, but it is wrong for anyone to make another stumble by what he eats. It is good not to eat meat or drink wine or do anything that causes your brother to stumble. The faith that you … Read more

How Can You Spot Legalism?

Romans 14:4-6 – Who are you to pass judgment on the one who eats, for God has welcomed him. Who are you to pass judgment on the servant of another? It is before his own master that he stands or falls. And he will be upheld, for the Lord is able to make him stand. … Read more

Drug House Bible Study

Romans 14:1-3 – As for the one who is weak in faith, welcome him, but not to quarrel over opinions. One person believes he may eat anything, while the weak person eats only vegetables. Let not the one who eats despise the one who abstains, and let not the one who abstains pass judgment on … Read more