Why Try?

BySkip Moen, Ph.D.

For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God, you may receive what was promised. Hebrews 10:36 NASB Endurance – What does endurance mean? Does it mean gritting your teeth and pushing forward? Does it mean steeling yourself to circumstances? (Did you notice the two English idioms in those questions?) Does it…

Staying Put

BySkip Moen, Ph.D.

And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations; knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint . . .  Romans 5:3-5  NASB Perseverance – Is perseverance simply gritting your teeth and enduring the pain?  Does God expect you to white-knuckle your…