Christian Character – Brotherly Kindness, part III The letter to the Romans is Paul’s most profound statement of Christian doctrine. He reaches lofty heights in speaking of God’s plan and his action to save the lost. Then, in chapter 12 Paul turns to practical application of everything he has said in the earlier chapters. Christianity is action,… Continue Reading
Christian Character – Brotherly Kindness, part II In his first letter, Peter teaches us that brotherly kindness is a natural and necessary consequence of being born into the family of God. “Now that you have purified yourselves by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from the heart”… Continue Reading
Christian Character – Brotherly Kindness, part I In his admonition regarding growth of Christian character, Peter saves the best for last. “For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith…brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love” (2 Pet. 1:5, 7). We commonly use the term “brotherly love” for the term brotherly kindness. The language… Continue Reading
Christian Character – Godliness, part V The penitent robber on the cross rebuked the one who was not penitent: “Don’t you fear God,” he said, “since you are under the same sentence? We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve” (Luke 23:40-41). Godliness involves fear of God. For the most part, this… Continue Reading
Christian Character – Godliness, part IV Godliness requires self-discipline but brings great benefit. Exercise is not a fun word in my book, but it is necessary for life. With all kinds of joint problems and a tendency to gain weight, I have to exercise. If you travel through north Pflugerville early on a given morning and… Continue Reading
Christian Character – Godliness, part III Peter began his second letter by telling us, “His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness” (2 Pet. 1:3). He then includes godliness in his short list of the Christian virtues… Continue Reading
