Elements of Mercy

The grace or favor of God sent salvation to us all. But it also teaches us some important elements of sober and godly living.

"For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world" (Titus 2:11-12)

First, we must deny ungodliness. However, before we can deny it, we must understand what constitutes ungodliness. It comes from a Greek word meaning irreverent, impious, or wicked. In order to live godly lives in the grace of God, we must deny ungodliness and flee from it.

Second, we must deny worldly lusts. However, again, before we can deny the worldly lusts, we need to understand what they are. It speaks of longing for those things which are forbidden, things unclean, things that have no part in the life of a child of God.

Denying ungodliness and worldly lusts is never easy. It takes consistency without compromise as we pursue sober, righteous, and godly living.

Three important words to remember . . . soberly, righteously, and godly.

Use your personal time of reflection and prayer today to consider your life. How do you measure up? Are you pursuing godliness? Are you denying ungodliness and worldly lusts? Be honest in your self-examination and listen to the voice of the Spirit as He draws you to repentance and teaches you the importance of sober and godly living for the glory of God

Father, as I consider this, I find that I am in need once again of Your grace. Forgive me, Lord, for I am weak. Teach me to be sober, righteous, and godly so that You might be glorified in me and through me. Father, I love You and choose to pursue godliness in every area of my life; I need Your help! In Jesus' name, amen and amen!

© Jan Ross
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Salina Conference Report

It's amazing what God can do and does when we step back and let Him have His way!

Jeanice and two of her daughters, Amanda and Elisabeth, joined us for this conference; it was great to have family involved. Amanda and her husband, Tyler, are expecting their first child in November, so the time together was extra special for us moms.

We are so incredibly grateful for the hospitality and warm welcome we received by Pastor Kerry Basinger and the Salina Heights Christian Church. We were made to feel right at home and wonderfully encouraged in every way.

The conference is not just about the book. Rather, it's about allowing others to develop and use the gifts and talents God has planted in them for His glory. That's what stood out about our time in Salina. New birthing and reaffirmation of God's purposes were celebrated in the intimate worship and sharing. It is during times of tenderness in the presence of God that we become transparent and He becomes visible--the main attraction, the focus of all things, the One who is praised and adored. Mission accomplished!

We also want to thank the Salina Public Library for graciously allowing us to use their facility for the book-signing on Saturday afternoon.

Finally, thank you to Kandy Crosby-Hastings for making all the arrangements and contacts necessary to make the Salina Conference a memorable one in so many ways. Kandy, we love you and thank God for you!

Our next conferece is in Willard, Ohio, on May 29-30 at the Willard Church of the Nazarene. Pre-registration is available online (click here).

Specific information about the Willard Conference is available online as well (click here) or you can call Jan at 567-224-7229 for more detailed information.

Other conference dates are being scheduled right now; if you're interested in bringing the Ignite Your Passion Conference to your community, please contact Jeanice.

Ignite Your Passion Conference

IGNITE YOUR PASSION

CONFERENCE

SALINA, KANSAS

April 24-25

Salina Heights Christian Church

801 E. Cloud Street, Salina

Friday Night: 6:30 PM

Saturday Morning: 10:00 AM

Book Signing at the Community Learning Center

308 W. Elm, Salina

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Saturday

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Guest Speakers:

Kandy Crosby-Hastings

Jeanice McDade

Jan Ross

Based on the Award-Winning Book
Women of Passions

www.womenofpassions.net


For More Information: 618-927-7317
jeanice@heartofgodinternational.com