The power of God is accessible through intimacy, and that is the highest form of access because it requires a relationship with Him personally. However, there is another dimension of power which God has hidden in principles. One necessarily does not need a relationship with God for principles to work, only a willingness to adhere... Continue Reading →
MECHANICAL COMPLIANCE
DAY 233 An athlete may run with an aim to win because there is a prize to obtain at the end of the race. Likewise, a person may find courage to fight or flee when a dangerous situation is developing. Motivation can therefore be powered by external agents such as an imminent or future threat,... Continue Reading →
GOD’S WORD IS WEIGHTIER
DAY 110 Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, who refused to bow to the king's golden image, were in the first category while the Apostles today, found themselves in the latter category: 'they continued preaching Jesus after they had be strictly charged not to (Acts 5:28)'. Obedience refers to compliance with an instruction or order, often received from... Continue Reading →