This morning I stayed home from church even though I didn't have a good excuse. My church search enthusiasm is definitely waning, with the unhappy result that I'm becoming more critical and cynical than ever. So today I took a break from the frustration and just rested and listened to a sermon by Francis Chan instead (thanks for bringing that resource to my attention, Kirsten!). In this sermon, Chan talks about the challenges of resisting temptation, and points out that when we sin, not only do we break God's heart, but we also miss out on God's best for us. Why is it so hard to remember that sometimes? Here's the link to the specific sermon I listened to, and here's the link to Chan's site in general. I hope you listen!
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maybe next week you should resist the temptation to skip church
So glad you've been able to enjoy a little Chan in your life. I find myself often going back to things he has said. I love the way he balances good theology with practical application. (You know, I can't handle deep thinking...)
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