Preacher: Pastor Ray CORRECTION: James, the author of the book that bears his name, is NOT the brother of John as mentioned (nor the son of Thunder, nor the son of Zebedee). This James is the son of Alphaeus and the brother of Jesus who eventually pastored the church in Jerusalem. As there are […]
discernment
John 15: The Difference between a Slave and a Friend
Preacher: Pastor Ray What’s the difference between a slave and a friend of Jesus? In one word — discernment. A slave doesn’t know what the Master (Father God) is doing while a friend of Jesus does.
Henry Blackaby’s Experiencing God: Judge Not
Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. Luke 6:37 There is a significant difference between judgment and discernment. God sees people’s hearts and knows their motives (Prov. 16:2). Only God can accurately judge those who deserve punishment. Ultimately, Christ will […]
Henry Blackaby Devotional: Do Not Judge
Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. (Luke 6:37) There is a significant difference between judgment and discernment. God sees people’s hearts and knows their motives (Prov. 16:2). Only God can accurately judge those who deserve punishment. Ultimately, Christ will […]