Travis Agnew's Blog, page 88
July 6, 2022
Premarital Preparation
You might be going to the chapel, but are you prepared for the marriage? So many people spend an unthinkable amount of time planning a 30-minute ceremony and a 2-hour reception but fail to prepare for what should be a lifelong marriage.
July 5, 2022
Programs, Personalities, or Parents
Take full responsibility for the spiritual development of your children. God’s initial plan for the discipleship of the next generation was the home, and He has not changed His mind on the matter.
July 3, 2022
Identifiable Progression
If we are to obey the message of Jesus, complete discipleship of the whole person is our mandate. By identifying any needed areas and establishing a specific plan, you can make continual and substantial progress in the things that matter most.
Be Ready When It’s Time to Go
In The Parable of the Ten Virgins, Jesus warned disciples to prepare for His return. While we know neither the day nor the hour, we can guarantee that He will come again to gather those who belong to Him.
June 30, 2022
The Devil Can’t Make You Do It
Have you ever wondered why the devil, the imposing leader of a rebellious army of supernatural beings, appeared in the Bible first as a serpent? It may have something to do with the truth that the devil can't make you do anything.
June 29, 2022
Negative Influences
The people we allow in our lives will have a major influence on the directions we take. If you surround yourself with godly people, you have a better chance of becoming godly. But beware of the negative influences that can entice you to change course.
June 28, 2022
When God’s Commands Conflict with Your Spouse’s Desires
When you feel the pressure to conform to your spouse's wishes that conflict with God's commands, you cannot surrender. For the good of your marriage, you must keep God first.
June 26, 2022
Strategic Formation
No more happenstance growth, we must be intentional to experience strategic formation in our discipleship. Let your spiritually frustrated fatigue launch you out of complacency and into maturity.
The Danger of Entitlement
Jesus taught that those who serve God should not become entitled. Even if we do all God commands of us, we are still unworthy servants who should still be amazed to belong to Him.
June 23, 2022
The God Who Is for You
God is so for you that He actually gave you commandments that will benefit your life if you choose to obey them. Don't buy the lie that His rules are meant to take the joy from your life.
