Sanctifying the Spirit (Eight Steps – Part 7)

What does the Bible mean when it speaks of cleansing ourselves from all filthiness of the spirit?   This topic is the source of many troubles in our lives because it is little understood.  Is there a process for renewing the spirit that is different than the one for renewing the mind?  The prophet David criedContinue reading “Sanctifying the Spirit (Eight Steps – Part 7)”

Staying Focused (Eight Steps Part 6)

We began this series listing eight qualities needed for spiritual maturity.  With the current pandemic situation gripping the world, we need to stay focused.  It does not mean that we ignore the crisis, it means that we keep our eyes on the Lord.  It is a trial and we must go through it as overcomers. Continue reading “Staying Focused (Eight Steps Part 6)”

Dying Daily (Eight Steps – Part 5)

When I received Christ by faith, I was baptized into the death of our Lord, and my spirit was raised with Him to a new life.  My old nature was crucified with Him, so I am no longer a slave to sin.  By faith, I walk in victory.  So, why then do I still sin? Continue reading “Dying Daily (Eight Steps – Part 5)”

Process of Transformation (Eight Steps – Part 4)

There is a continual battle in us between the flesh and the Spirit.  Having victory over sin does not mean that this conflict ends.  It means that we move from victory to victory.  We take possession of the land that God has promised to give us.  In the article “The Message of the Cross”, IContinue reading “Process of Transformation (Eight Steps – Part 4)”

Spiritual Young Men (Eight Steps – Part 2)

In my early years of ministry, I served as a counsellor in a church.  One of the things I discovered in that role was that the problems people presented for advice were mostly symptoms of a deeper problem or problems.  My task as a counsellor was to discern the root problem and then help themContinue reading “Spiritual Young Men (Eight Steps – Part 2)”