Tag: culture

“Self-denial is incomprehensible to our culture”

But God wants us to know and reflect his pure love 

Psalm 103:7 The Lord revealed his character to Moses and his deeds to the people of Israel.

Litany of Penitence 4:

For our sexual impurity, our exploitation of other people,

And our failure to give of ourselves in love;

Lord, have mercy upon us:

For we have sinned against you.

What do you think of the heading to this post, from last Sunday’s sermon by Kevin Antlitz? (You can listen to the context of his statement here (Feb 25): we choose to say no to ourselves so we can say yes to God and to those we love and care for. How do you embrace self-denial personally?

O Love that will not let me go, sung by Dana Masters and Kristyn Getty

I trace the rainbow through the rain … Bray Head, Ireland, March 2023

Advent ABC: First and Last

Isaiah 41:4 (44:6, 48:12, Revelation 2:8) Who has done such mighty deeds, summoning each new generation from the beginning of time? It is I, the Lord, the First and the Last. I alone am he.

In Bogotá in October, we were heartened to see the enthusiasm of the “new generation” for discipling and pastoring of pastors. Their energy and their sense of calling ignited ours. Imagine all the generations from the beginning of time calling faithful people to worship and serve him.

The “nueva generación” from several countries and their mentors at the DPP (Discipling and Pastoring of Pastors) Leaders and Co-leaders retreat in Bogotá, Colombia, October 2023

The First and the Last, Hillsong