I recently came across this article posted on the Gospel Coalition Blog from Tim Keller, Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, New York. I found it extremely insightful and convicting and hope that those of you in the Mission Fellowship family will read it with an open heart to hear from the Lord as well...
25 Signs of Backsliding & How To Repent
I recently stumbled upon a blog post by Pastor Joe Thorn (www.joethorn.net) in which he summarizes 25 signs that you are in a back-slidden state from a book entitled Revival by Richard Owen Robert. I have to admit that I have not fully vetted the book, nor the blog on which this was posted. But what I can say is that biblically, these points are right on and I wanted to share them with you here. Thanks goes to Pastor Thorn for his summary. Read through them and take stock, as I did when reading them, as to whether or not any of them might be a warning to you of a waining zealousness for Christ and His presence in your life.
Looking Beneath the Waves
My wife and I recently had the blessing of going to Mexico for some relaxation and some great scuba diving. It was one of the most amazing experiences that we have had on a vacation. Not only was it great company and beautiful surroundings but it was extremely eye opening in a spiritual sense as well.