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If Augustine spent half his life battling the heresy of Pelagianism—the pretension that the human will was sufficient to choose its good—it’s because he saw it as the great lie that left people enchained to their dissolute wills. And no one is more Pelagian than we moderns.
James K. A. Smith • On the Road with Saint Augustine: A Real-World Spirituality for Restless Hearts
Lots of people can preach the gospel better than you; but nobody can preach a better gospel than you if yours is the true one. We are all on level ground at the foot of the cross. The question is, can you talk about it plainly and personally? This is a necessity for every disciple of Christ, so there must be a gift of teaching required for pastors
... See moreJared C. Wilson , Mike Ayers (Foreword) • The Pastor's Justification
The best use of your life is to serve God out of your shape.
Rick Warren • The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For?
Genesis 9:20–27
John M. Perkins • One Blood: Parting Words to the Church on Race and Love
Carey argued, Christians must expect great things — and not only must we expect them; we must attempt them. No matter how small the beginning, no matter how complicated the task, in the power of the Spirit, under the authority of the risen Christ, we can have absolute confidence in the success of our mission. In commissioning his church, Jesus had
... See moreRyan Griffith • Expect Great Things, Attempt Great Things
When God speaks to us, He does so in a way that opens up to us His plan for our lives.