Tag Archives: Christian Life

On Fearing Failure

Posted on August 10, 2017 by cchrisholland

Have you ever been afraid to speak about the Bible or take a step of faith, for fear of getting it wrong? For example, you know someone who could use encouragement or loving admonishment, but intimidation crowds out the confidence. … Continue reading →

Wisdom 1.20

Posted on August 9, 2017 by cchrisholland

A person of wisdom may seem like someone who’s discovered the “secrets” of life, but in truth, they’re the ones who’ve noticed obvious things around themselves. Here’s how Solomon describes the visibility of wisdom: “Wisdom calls aloud outside; she raises … Continue reading →

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If

Posted on August 8, 2017 by cchrisholland

What if you found an old letter describing a location in your yard where money was buried? Would you attempt to find it? Of course, most people would, but finding cash among your roses isn’t likely. However, the Bible’s promise of treasure is more certain. Consider Solomon’s instructions: “My … Continue reading →

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Perspective

Posted on August 7, 2017 by cchrisholland

Don’t confuse knowledge with wisdom. Saul the Pharisee was a guy who knew the scriptures. As a matter of fact; with his many years of study and memorization, he probably mumbled the Torah in his sleep. However, after encountering Christ … Continue reading →

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The Lord’s Day 8-6-17

Posted on August 6, 2017 by cchrisholland

“Oh Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Your name in all the earth, Who have set Your glory above the heavens!” – Psalm 8:1 NKJV True excellence is defined by the character of God; pure, bright, holy, righteous, and loving. … Continue reading →

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Doubt

Posted on August 5, 2017 by cchrisholland

John the Baptist was rugged, bold and popular. He was a “man’s man” who wore camel hair clothes. He fearlessly addressed self-centered leaders with words like “brood of vipers!”, so he wasn’t exactly the timid type. He even declared Jesus the “Lamb of God … Continue reading →

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Rest

Posted on August 4, 2017 by cchrisholland

Does your life need a “pause button”? When God created the world, He set certain “rhythms” in motion; such as day/night, wake/sleep and growth/dormancy. He even modeled it for us by creating six days, then resting one. If you’ve ever spent extended … Continue reading →

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Work

Posted on August 3, 2017 by cchrisholland

Is your candle burning at both ends (while the middle melts away too)? Truth is; balancing life in our modern world is challenging. A simple list of “what to do & what not to do” would be nice, but real life isn’t … Continue reading →

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Wisdom 1.7

Posted on August 2, 2017 by cchrisholland

Are you wise? You’ll probably hesitate to answer “yes” because most people aren’t so bold as to refer to themselves as wise. However, consider what the Bible lists as the criteria for someone to be considered wise: “The fear of … Continue reading →

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Influence

Posted on August 1, 2017 by cchrisholland

When it comes to influence, there’s a lot of voices speaking about method, style, tone, and strategy through a never-ending supply of books, conferences, and social media. When you narrow the subject to Christian influence, it’s still much the same, … Continue reading →

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Wisdom 25.28

Posted on June 14, 2017 by cchrisholland

“Whoever has no rule over his own spirit is like a city broken down, without walls.” – Proverbs 25:28 NKJV Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit for many reasons; one of which is our own benefit.

The Lord’s Day 6-11-17

Posted on June 11, 2017 by cchrisholland

“Some trust in chariots, and some in horses; but we will remember the name of the Lord our God. They have bowed down and fallen; but we have risen and stand upright. Save Lord! May the King answer us when … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23-Dwelling Forever

Posted on June 10, 2017 by cchrisholland

“And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” – Psalm 23:6b NKJV “Where will you live forever? In the house of the Lord. If His house is your “forever house”, what does that make this earthly house? … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23-Goodness and Mercy

Posted on June 9, 2017 by cchrisholland

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life…” – Psalm 23:6a NKJV “Our moods may shift, but God doesn’t. Our minds may change, but God doesn’t. Our devotion may falter, but God never does. Even … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23-My Cup Runs Over

Posted on June 8, 2017 by cchrisholland

“You anoint my head with oil; my cup runs over.” – Psalm 23:5b NKJV “So we, like sheep get wounded. And we, like sheep have a shepherd. Remember the words we read? ‘We belong to Him; we are his people, … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23-A Prepared Table

Posted on June 7, 2017 by cchrisholland

“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies…” – Psalm 23:5a NKJV “What if your Shepherd did for you what the shepherd did for his flock? Suppose He dealt with your enemy, the devil, and prepared … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23-You are with Me

Posted on June 6, 2017 by cchrisholland

“For you are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” – Psalm 23:4b NKJV “Just as for the sheep of David’s day there was comfort and consolation in seeing the rod in the shepherd’s skillful hands, so … Continue reading →

Psalm 23-Valley of the Shadow

Posted on June 5, 2017 by cchrisholland

“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil…” – Psalm 23:4a NKJ “It is a most reassuring and reinforcing experience to the child of God to discover that there is, even … Continue reading →

Psalm 23-He Leads Me

Posted on June 4, 2017 by cchrisholland

“He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.” – Psalm 23:3b NKJV “When the desire for self-assertion, self-aggrandizement, self-pleasing gives way to the desire for simply pleasing God and others, much of the fret and strain is … Continue reading →

Psalm 23-Restoration

Posted on June 3, 2017 by cchrisholland

“He restores my soul…” – Psalm 23:3a NKJV “When I read the life story of Jesus Christ and examine carefully His conduct in coping with human need, I see Him again and again as the Good Shepherd picking up “cast” … Continue reading →

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