The Call

Posted by Jesse Pingenot in Student
“I just want to know God’s calling for my life.” Graduation is upon us, and I’ve heard so many people say that phrase so many times. And in a way, it’s a good thing: people honestly and wholeheartedly want to follow God’s lead. But there is also something wrong with this phrase; or rather, the idea behind it. God probably has more than just one calling on your life. We see this again and again in both the Bible and…

Giving Up the Good Things

Posted by Jesse Pingenot in Student
Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ. (Phil 3:8) Ministry must always be focused on growth. Chi Alpha is one of the places where this is most apparent: things move so fast in college ministry that the moment we relax and just try to maintain where we…

Healthy Conflict

Posted by Jesse Pingenot in Student
17 Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. 18 If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. (Rom 12:17-18) 14 Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. 15 See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by…

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