[…]to the Christian faith. That’s just something I’ve learned after over two decades of study. It became an intriguing challenge to reconcile my unshakable faith with my firm commitment to science. I’ve been very pleased to find, however, that there is no contradiction. Understood accurately, the two cannot contradict each other. If you see a conflict between what you observe in nature and what you read in Scripture, you’re doing one of those two things incorrectly. …Suffering… There is a temptation to think you’re suffering because it’s something you did. Be very careful with tying something to sin. We are […]
[…]is doing. Inquire about what your husband or wife is learning through personal quiet time and study. How can I pray for you today? Be deliberate and discerning in praying for your spouse. Give permission to ask each other difficult questions. If you don’t, who will? Challenge, support, and encourage deeper spiritual growth: journaling, Scripture memory, extended time alone with God, fasting… Ask yourself: How am I serving my spouse today? Is he or she on my “calendar” or “to do” list? Extend grace- daily. Forgive and ask for forgiveness. Think the best of your spouse’s motives and intentions. In […]
[…]comprehensive description of roles and relationships in military ministry requires a thorough study of the New Testament. Here are some possible actions. Build a friendship and maintain contact with the chaplain regardless of differences in theology. Pray for and with one another when you can. Find positive ways to express and discuss your differences. Make OCF or personal ministries part of the Command Religious Program by staff procedures that show you are acting openly in accord with military customs and regulations. Participate in the chapel if you can. If God leads you to a local church, try to find ways […]
[…]knowledge is essential. Command at higher levels demands an ongoing commitment to personal study and reflection. Command In The Broadest Sense I have previously used the terms command and commander in a rather specific way, but in truth, their meaning is generic. Although an officer may not ever be close to a battlefield or combat unit, nevertheless he will command. Because, to command is to lead and a commander is, certainly, a leader. There are countless valuable officers who never command a unit, per se, but no matter what the circumstance, they will command, that is lead, others. That is, […]
[…]least have been given insight as to why. As we strive to live out our faith in our profession, the study of Job prompts a few thoughts to consider: Can we trust God emotionally when our circumstances demand justice? In my lack of discernment of how God is working, can I question the fairness of what He allows? What should my response be to trials I do not understand? Job’s response was to question God. One might conclude that Job got wrapped up in matters too great for him. As leaders, we often consider the big picture, the larger plan. […]
[…]grades. But the unexpected quizzes revealed how much I actually knew –not how well I could study for an exam. Tests weren’t unfamiliar to James, who writes, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance” (James 1:2-3). When things are at their worst, the one with perseverance is at his or her best. Perseverance reveals itself in one more day of responsibility, one more week of faithfulness, and one more deployment. But if you’ve ever asked, “How long?” you’re in good company. This question […]
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[…]Time: Wednesdays at 1800 – 1930, in Bunker Hall Rm B-106 at Ft. Gregg-Adams ASU. Dinner at 1800. Study begins around […]
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[…]monthly Open House Military-friendly Christian Fellowship (MCF) featuring fellowship, food, song, study, and prayer. We aim for “first Fridays”, but please confirm via telephone or […]
Local Leader: Mrs. Bobbie Simpson, Email:
[email protected], Day & Time: Women’s
study meets in the Chapel on Naval Base Kitsap on Wednesdays, […]