Key Connections (August 30, 2017)

From the Flooded Grounds of Houston (J. A. Medders, The Gospel Coalition)

When I hear more rain on my back patio, my heart aches. Our city is sinking. I shake my head in disbelief as rain and sirens blare around us. As I tell my kids to wear their helmets during a tornado warning, I must look to heaven, past Harvey, for help.

Nurture Your Children (Tim Challies, Challies dot Com)

Before the Bible tells us how to parent, it first makes sure we understand why we parent. Once we understand the ultimate goal of parenting, then we see how these two short passages provide a wealth of insight on how to raise our children in godliness. If you are going to be a wise father, you must consider this: To run to win, you need to nurture your children.

Leading Others to the Good Shepherd (Paul Tautges, Biblical Counseling Coalition)

Perhaps the greatest privilege and joy of involvement in the personal ministry of the Word is leading others to the green pastures of safety and security where Jesus, the Good Shepherd, never fails to care for them…In these verses, we find three truths that nurture our faith and assist us in directing others toward the pleasant pastures that are watched over by the Good Shepherd.

The Case for Vulnerability (Chris Castaldo, In Touch Ministries)

How does the cross-shape of Jesus’ life speak to our friendships? Simply put, it rebukes our apprehension to express love toward one another and it inspires us toward vulnerability.

20 Practical Ways to Kill Sin Every Day (Kristen Wetherell, Unlocking the Bible)

The redeemed heart has been set free from sin’s power, yet still wars with sin’s presence—and sin distances us from the God who willingly came to rescue us from it… No Christian is exempt from the battle with sin, and it’s wise to consider what and how we’re actively fighting each day. But we do not fight alone.

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