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Exposition on “The Shepherd of the North”

by Wes Bridel on January 25, 2012

in Calling

On Monday, we shared an ancient parable out of China that probably pre-dates the Kingdom of God’s advancement into that land (as goes on in amazing ways today).  But it’s an amazing parable that has often come to mind when sharing with others that teaches an important lesson. Today, we’ll share a few thoughts on [...]

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The Shepherd of the North

by Wes Bridel on January 23, 2012

in Calling

There was an old & wise shepherd who lived in the north of China.
One day, the best of his few horses ran away. His neighbors came by and tried to console him. He replied, “Who knows this might be a blessing?”
About a month later, his horse came back with a flock of wilder horses.   His [...]

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Questions for Review

by Wes Bridel on July 21, 2009

in Calling

Questions for Review
1.    How would you compare the life of spiritual man with that of natural man?
2.    What are your natural senses? Do you think they are compatible with your spiritual senses? In what way?
3.    Why did Jesus warn the disciples of the yeast in the bread?

Questions for Review and Meditation
1.    What are the [...]

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Spiritual Growth and Maturity

by Wes Bridel on July 17, 2009

in Calling

It starts with milk – which is major theme in the early apostle’s teachings. Let’s take a look:
Peter:
1 Pet. 2:1-3 [NIV]
1Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. 2Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, 3now [...]

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