The biblical teaching in Grow in Grace will appeal to Christians at all stages, while its straightforward explanation of the patterns of God's work in his people makes it ideal for those who are just beginning.
Drawn from a rich heritage, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life will guide you through a carefully selected array of disciplines. By illustrating why the disciplines are important, showing how each one will help you grow in godliness, and offering practical suggestions for cultivating them, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life will provide you with a refreshing opportunity to become more like Christ and grow in character and maturity. Now updated and revised to equip a new generation of readers, this anniversary edition features in-depth discussions on each of the key disciplines.
This practical guide to growing in grace is rooted in the Bible's teaching on 'grace, ' especially as it is revealed in the Lord Jesus Christ. By examining his role as our prophet, priest, and king we will see not only the ways in which he displayed God's grace during his earthly ministry, but also how he governs and guides us as we grow in grace today.
True growth in grace is all about keeping our eyes off ourselves and on Jesus, believing with utter certainty that He alone is able to complete the work He has begun in us.
"Does Grace Grow Best in Winter?" addresses the issue of suffering from the standpoint of the sovereignty of God. It teaches that we need to learn that suffering exists, and we need to learn to suffer.
Are you aware, too, that God is using children to reach the world? The Holy Spirit is gifting our children and grandchildren, and they are naturally able to show Gods power to the world. Some of these children are strong intercessors. Others have the gift of healing. Many are called on by God to teach, while some to prophecy. Its not just the little ones, but teenagers as well. As we learn how easily these children seem to walk in the supernatural normal, we may be able to rekindle our childlike faith that moved mountains.
The Christian life is built on three seemingly unremarkable practices: reading the Bible, prayer, and fellowship with other believers. However, according to David Mathis, such “habits of grace” are the God-designed channels through which his glorious grace flows—making them life-giving practices for all Christians. Whether it’s hearing God’s voice (the Word), having his ear (prayer), or participating in his body (fellowship), such spiritual rhythms of the Christian life have the power to awaken our souls to God’s glory and stir our hearts for lifelong service in his name. What’s more, these seemingly simple practices grant us access to a host of spiritual blessings that we can only begin to imagine this side of eternity—and the incredible joy that such blessings bring to God’s children today.
I wrote Growing Up In Grace to encourage you through some of life's highs and lows, help you keep your eyes on God, and live out the plans He has for you. In Growing Up In Grace, my friends and I share our experiences through the lenses of faith, revealing how there is more to life than simply getting by. We have a God who knows us, loves us, and cares for us. He sent His son to die for us. That means He can cleanse us from our sin so we can live an abundantly blessed life-even through the challenges we face as teenagers. Growing up is a challenge, but when we live in the grace God calls us into, we can live differently. His grace gives us peace in hard times, joy every day, and the ability to spark change all around us. I have walked through family troubles, a season of recklessness, body shame, and more. Chelsea and Reagan walk us through some of their own struggles like jealousy and learning how to trust God's timing. Running to the Lord with these things is so freeing, even if we're still battling them. God gives us strength to continue fighting. He has many promises for you that you can start believing right now. Let's grow in His grace, together.