Paul Sheppard

I was listening to Paul Sheppard this morning on my way into work, and I thought I would share a couple of things with you that he talked about.

First of all, he was talking about the work that Christ and the Holy Spirit are doing in our lives, and likened it to a construction project.  He was describing how messy and painful a project like this can be while it is underway, but that it is a necessary part of the process. We don't like the inconvenience and mess while it is underway, but we sure do like the finished product.

The second point I wanted to share with you from his message was that Jesus spent thirty years or so preparing for his three year ministry. 

This is the account of his life from age 12 to age 30.

And Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man.
(Luk 2:52 ESV)

Paul's point was not to be discouraged if you felt like you weren't accomplishing as much as you thought you should be.  Perhaps it is your time of preparation.

The Trinity Defined

I listen to Chuck Swindoll most mornings on my daily commute. Today I was listening to his series on Ephesians 1.  It is a good series so far, and I would recommend it to you if you have to the time to listen to it online or on the radio (see link above).

But what struck me the most was his succinct definition of the Trinity. I had never heard it put this way, but I thought it was profound and worth sharing with you. 

He said that the Father was the Initiator, the Son was the Implementer, and the Spirit was the Empowerer.

Is that good or what?

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