Helping individuals walk with Christ
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. Psalm 91:1 Life can be difficult. Job describes it as “man is born to trouble, as the sparks fly upward.” In Matthew 7, our Lord refers to the fact that “the rain came down, the streams …
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Willing to be Willing to be Willing –Lorne Sanny Many times in our lives when presented with the opportunity to follow our Lord, we quickly affirm His Lordship and are willing to respond in a way that pleases Him. This may involve use of the spiritual gifts which He has bestowed upon us, or it …
The above statement, attributed to Winston Churchill, was quoted by Lorne Sanny. Although not scripture, he related that it had significant truth spiritually and said that perhaps it should be memorized and followed by a reference of “Churchill 2:22.” Some have modified the comment to read “Failure is seldom fatal.” Churchill used this in reference …
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One of my favorite memories of Lorne Sanny is a story he told regarding an Admiral in the U.S. Navy. After rising through the ranks of Ensign, Captain and Commodore, he served for many years as an Admiral in the Navy. Over the years, the other personnel noticed a strange habit of his each time …
I can see him now in my minds eye, leaning over the podium in the Great Hall at Glen Eyrie, his penetrating gaze traversing the entire audience. His first words were as follows: “The greatest threat to Christianity is not Communism; the greatest threat to Christianity is not materialism; the greatest threat to Christianity is …
We continually hear about those who have followed Christ for many years whose lives have been marred by moral failure, corrupt financial practices or the destructive behaviour resulting from the arrogance of authority. It is as prevalent in our leaders as in those who follow; as common in the pulpit as in the pew. …
Emotion is no substitute for activity. Activity is no substitute for production. (Production is no substitute for reproduction.) — Dawson Trotman The first two phrases above have been well known and applied to a number of situations. Dawson Trotman, viewing them from a spiritual point of view, added the third phrase. In his mind, not …
“I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ.” Philemon 6 There are many good things which the Father has …
“I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ.” Philemon 6 Our Lord’s declared purpose is stated in Luke 19:10, “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost.” To the …
The Need is Not the Call We live in a needy world. Every day we are exposed to newspapers, mailings, and other stories of those with physical and spiritual needs. In our work places, our neighborhoods and our churches we continually come into relationships with those who have needs in their lives. I have seen …