Before The Throne: A Tribute to Shane & Shane

Mike Mobley —  May 22, 2013

There are many bands out there that pursue Jesus and want to make much of Him with their music. I think it’s an awesome thing to see people use the gifts God has given them, only to give them right back ascribing worth and glory to our Heavenly Father. For Shane & Shane, I believe they are one of the best bands that seek for this to ultimately happen, if not the best band who does it.

This isn’t meant to knock any other bands out there and I know everyone has their favorite, but God speaks to me personally through the music written and performed by Shane & Shane. I don’t think I am the only one either. My affections for Christ are stirred continuously while listening to their music and have often brought me to tears in Worship. I’ve also had the privilege to attend multiple concerts that they have put on and to no surprise, they are authentic and genuine all the way through, and also hilarious! I am sure there are many fans out there who thank them daily, but I just wanted to pay tribute to them to show my appreciation and gratitude. Continue Reading…

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Do We Respect God?

Mike Mobley —  May 20, 2013

Respect - Do We Respect God?

“Let all the earth fear the Lord; let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him!” – Psalm 33:8

Reverence is defined as having a profound respect and awe for someone or something. It can also be known as fear – not necessarily from being scared at someone or about something, but rather having the utmost respect. Do we really look at God this way? Do we treat Him with the utmost respect that He deserves? Are we in awe of Him?

I think most of us would say to ourselves, “Well of course, He is God” and then just kind of move on from the subject. What does Scripture say about this and does our view match up? Continue Reading…

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Week In Review (5/18/13)

Mike Mobley —  May 18, 2013
Week In Review

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Here’s a recap of blog posts you may have missed this week:

Four Temptations Christian Leaders Face - Dave Kraft discusses various temptations that Christian Leaders face today such as comparing and competing, elitism, everything being about you, and the temptation of acting independently.

The Idol of Control - Lots of parents have common struggles they face with their children whether they are newborns, teenagers, or even adults when it comes to trying to control them. Even with the best intentions of wanting to keep them safe, Paul Tripp discusses the danger and idolatry of control. Continue Reading…

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Why Would We Fear Good News?

Cory Johnson —  May 17, 2013
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I am joining several high school students in reading through a gospel (or multiple) as we are spiritually preparing to take our lives on mission to the Czech Republic this summer. I’m probably behind the rest of the group, and thus found myself in Luke 2:8-21 this morning.

It reads:

“And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, ‘Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.’” (v. 8-11)

These shepherd guys were just out doing their job, when all of sudden an angel appears, shining the glory of the Lord around. The Bible says that great fear filled them. Why would great fear fill them? I mean, shepherds are known for being able to protect their flock from some of the fiercest apex predators (see David in 1 Samuel 17). So why would great fear fill them now? Continue Reading…

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Men: Act Like Men

Mike Mobley —  May 15, 2013
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“….Act Like Men….Be Strong….”

All too often I find myself thinking through how I want to be a great man & do great things for the Lord & for my family, but I need to step up. My desire to be a leader and lead my family to live their lives for Jesus Christ as well as building up and equipping the church constantly rings in my head, especially in the times I fall way short of this. I am encouraged that the desire is even there, but there is a tension that continues to remain between the culture defining manhood and the bible defining manhood. I am sure I am not alone, so if that is the case, what do we do as men? Continue Reading…

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Scripture on Family

Mike Mobley —  May 10, 2013

Family - Scripture

Many things come to mind when people think of family. Some are great stories of family traditions or new families forming with babies, and others are difficult family situations or really no type of family at all. Culture attempts to define family in many ways depending on where you live, but lined up against Scripture, typically culture is in opposition to what the word of God actually says.

Regardless of what your past family history may look like, an amazing truth from the Bible teaches that God is our Father for those who believe and trust in Christ, and we are adopted as sons and daughters into a new family. Into an eternal family. Our life here will seem like a mist, a vapor, (James 4:13-14) and will be gone quickly, but for believers, we will get to spend eternity with God and with our new family. Praise Him!

There are also multiple areas that teach how we are to go about leading our families to Christ as of today, even in today’s culture.

Here is what the Bible has to say about Family: Continue Reading…

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