Posts tagged with ‘Relationships’

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4/29/16 TO BE A CHANNEL OF BLESSING, LET CHRIST’S LOVE FLOW THROUGH YOU

by Barry Lovett

“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” John 1:14. Jesus was willing to humble Himself to connect with us in our weaknesses. Taking on human limitations, He did countless acts of compassion to accommodate us in our weakness.  Do you know anyone who might benefit from Jesus’ helpful, accommodating love that could flow through […]

Positive People Attract

by Barry Lovett

“…whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – If anything is excellent or praiseworthy think about such things.”  Philippians 4:8 Positive people attract. Negative people repel.  God wants us to be positive people but because of our sin natures we have a natural propensity […]

1/22/16 AT THE HEART OF ALL CONFLICT IS A SELFISH HEART

by Barry Lovett

  “First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift.” Matthew 5:24.  In the Sermon on the Jesus taught that the problem of human estrangement is so serious that we should even interrupt our worship to go on a personal mission of reconciliation.  The Master encouraged His followers to be reconciled […]

10/23/15 JESUS WANTS TO BE YOUR FRIEND

by Barry Lovett

“I have called you friends, for all things that I heard from My Father I have made known to you.”  John 15:15  In the midst of the turmoil of life, when we think all we want is to be left alone, Jesus extends His nail-scared hand and invites us to be His friend.  We have […]

10/20/15 CHRISTIANS STAND STRONG WHEN THE STAND TOGETHER

by Barry Lovett

“Nor was there anyone among them who lacked.”  Acts 4:34 As followers of Christ we need the spiritual support and encouragement of one another.  We may be struggling with a decision about how to serve the Lord, or concerned about a problem at work, or unsure of how to discipline a rebellious child.  These are […]