Self-righteousness can blind us from seeing ourselves in our true condition. Paul was a self-righteous man who was blinded with his own pride and the knowledge of his religion until Jesus healed him and transformed him! …
Purpose is not something we can grope for or make happen, but if we seek it desperately, we’ll find a purpose. However, it may not be God’s purpose!
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Jesus told Peter that he was going to be sifted. Peter did not understand it at the time, but Jesus knew what Peter needed to be ready for the leadership role that he was going to take on. He had to be sifted before he was ready for the work Jesus had for him. …
