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September 22, 2004 Blessing in Disguise? [message] [MP3]
No evil befalls you or me in this sin-cursed world - even evil of our own making - that God does not ultimately use for our good. There is no wasted suffering for a follower of Christ. All of it moves us towards God's purpose in our lives.
October 6, 2004 The Waiting Game [message] [MP3]
God wants to make us into the right people in the right place at the right time for His reasons - whatever they may be. And, clearly, one of his most powerful and effective tools to accomplish that is "the waiting game."
October 20, 2004 Wounded and Offended [message] [MP3]
Any simpleton can respond with hatred; it is the mark of one who possesses a truly authentic faith to respond with gentleness, understanding and forgiveness. When you can respond that way, you know that Jesus is operating within you. - Gary Thomas, Authentic Faith
November 3, 2004 The Cost of Commitment [message] [MP3]
Authentic Christianity includes a demand as well as an offer. Jesus offers us the free gift of eternal life but he still demands our total allegiance. There is no escaping the demands or costs of discipleship.