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My last post tried to explain our need for redemption. Without it we will never hear from God. Today, let’s look at what else we will need for solid communication with our Lord and Savior. John 3:3   “Jesus replied, ‘Very … Continue reading →

“The act of saving people from sin and evil : the fact of being saved from sin or evil.” As we get into Chapter 7, we encounter some of the most important pages in Dr. Willard’s book so far.  For … Continue reading →

In Chapter 7, Dr. Willard begins with a discussion of the role of the Christian.  At times we get distracted and forget why we are here; what we are supposed to do. What is a Christian supposed to do? Bring … Continue reading →

As we close Chapter 6, Dr. Willard spends some time answering the peculiar question posed above. Why ask it? Maybe it is because his book Hearing God is about hearing the word of God and developing a conversational relationship with … Continue reading →

Students of John Wesley know several things about the man. He was the “unofficial founder” of the Methodist Church.  I say “unofficial” because his intention was not to start a new Protestant denomination.  He wanted to reform his own denomination, … Continue reading →

  What does that word mean and why do so many Christians get upset about it? It means the Bible “is without error or fault in all its teaching”; or, at least, that “Scripture in the original manuscripts does not … Continue reading →

Legalism is a term that is tossed around in Christian circles.  When I got serious about having a personal relationship with God, I began to hear about it and I began to practice it. What is it?  Dr. Willard says … Continue reading →

Have you ever had a conversation with an agnostic?  How about an atheist?  Maybe you have talked to a “former” Christian who has turned into a full-time doubter. One of the things you may encounter with these people is the … Continue reading →

As we consider our conversational relationship with God, you may be asking yourself “What can I do to make this happen?”  “What is the magical formula for that special me to God connection?” Have you ever known someone who wanted … Continue reading →

Dr. Willard’s book is a work of great insight and I learn so much from reading it. I think his explanation of God’s transfer of power is excellent. Being a student of human communication, I know that man’s use of … Continue reading →