Today we encounter two men, Timothy and Epaphroditus, who have chosen to believe what Paul has taught them about joy. They don’t just believe it, they are putting into action the things they’ve learned. Their stories serve as perfect examples of how serving well leads to joy.
Author: Michelle Bauer
Michelle Bauer serves as the Pastor of Spiritual Formation and a Spiritual Director at Vineyard Church in Augusta, GA. She has a Master of Arts in Spiritual Formation and Leadership from Spring Arbor University and has completed the Sustainable Faith School of Spiritual Direction's two year training program. Michelle is married to her husband Chris and is the mom of three boys – August, Luke, and Sam.
Michelle Bauer ~ Finding Joy and Peace this Christmas Week
Christmas is almost here! Thinking backing over the last few weeks, when have you felt the most peaceful? When have you felt the most stress or anxiety? As you think ahead to the coming week, what are you looking forward to? What, if anything, are you dreading? Offer those things into God’s care.
Michelle Bauer ~ Are You Really Free?
But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. At dawn he appeared again in the temple courts, where all the people gathered around him,…
Michelle Bauer ~ Finding Spiritual Freedom
"The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the…
Michelle Bauer ~ Learning to Love
What damage can be done if people exercise their spiritual gifts without love?
Michelle Bauer ~ Waiting for a New Song
Close your eyes and imagine God turning towards you. What do you see? What might God see?
Michelle Bauer ~ When Christ Interrupts
As you celebrated Jesus’ birth by exchanging gifts, did you remember that God’s presence with us is the greatest gift we will ever receive?
Michelle Bauer ~ God With Us: Mary Meets an Angel
Thank God for his presence. Express your feelings about following God despite your fear.
Michelle Bauer ~Stop, Go Back, Give Thanks
Take some time each day this week to thank God for the ways he is cleansing you.
Michelle Bauer ~ When Healing Follows Obedience
Even though these men stood at a distance, Jesus saw them. Jesus made a choice to see these men.