Living as the Beloved

Jesus wept and so did I

I wonder how much my tears express a more authentic prayer, which could never be captured in words.

Lance BaneFebruary 23, 2017 Comments

“For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son...." So is God a generous Father or a curmudgeon? Read to know more...

Lance BaneFebruary 23, 2017Kingdom Living, Goodness, Godisgood, Father, Generous, power, promisesComment

Victory before the War is Over

You and I will see fruit and hear reports at the same time. We get them at the same time because it's a test to know which one will draw our affection. Which one will capture our attention, our meditation, our thought life?

Lance BaneFebruary 7, 2017Kingdom Living, Leadership, Thinking, Renewed Mind, Maturing, Victory, MindsetComment

The Unexpected Answer

I have a confession. There are people I need to forgive. How I got here is a surprise to me.

Lance BaneFebruary 3, 2017Comment

The Light of Hope in the Fog of Uncertainty

Before the situation was a situation, Jesus knew what he was going to do about the situation.

Do I trust His wisdom?
Is He still good?
Will I let disappointment take root in my heart?
Will I keep swinging for the fences?

Lance BaneJanuary 20, 2017Kingdom Living, leadership, hope, disappointmentComment

Addendum - "Prayer: Sharing in the Life of Jesus - The Proper Approach"

I am writing to offer hope to the “hypocrite” & “pagan” praying style, done needlessly by many Christians, me included.

Kingdom LivingLance BaneJanuary 9, 2017prayer, Lord's Prayer, MatthewComment

Christ Sees You

Jesus saw you before you ever saw him.
Jesus knew you before you ever knew him.

Kingdom LivingLance BaneDecember 17, 2016John, Christ, Love, Discipleship, Calling, Healing Comments