Tag: Christianity
Cultural Relevance in Christianity Is a Trap – Here’s Why
Every time we present a Bible study here at Disruptive Reality, we seek to come away with a relevant lesson. In other words, how can we apply what the Bible is talking about to daily life? What we don't do here at DR his attempt to inject cultural relevance into…
Jesus, The Great Disrupter – Lk. 4:23-44
Several years ago I was reading a business article discussing how many of today's most successful companies broke into their respective markets by disrupting those markets. I remember thinking on that article and coming to the conclusion that in a spiritual sense, Jesus is the Great Disrupter. He entered a…
About My Father’s Business – Lk. 2:40-52
As we continue going through Luke's letter to Theophilus, we transition from his birth and infancy to his becoming a man – both physically and legally. We pick up the story when Jesus is about 12 years old. He is likely in the early stages of puberty. He has been…
Revelation Is for the Devoted – Lk. 2:22-39
I am a big Star Wars fan. In fact, I'm currently working my way through the 11 films again. As I've paid attention to Jedi training as portrayed in the films and the Clone Wars and Rebels series, I have noticed an interesting theme: a padawan's ability to grow stronger…
He Did It His Way – Lk. 1:46-80
Frank Sinatra recorded a song in 1968 entitled "My Way". You might be familiar with it. "My Way" is considered Sinatra's biggest hit and signature song by music historians. But it turns out that Sinatra hated the song. He considered it self-serving and self-indulgent. His sentiments are easy to understand…
Discipleship: Foundations of the Word of God Lesson 14 – Fellowship & Personal Impact
Now that we've reached the end of our study on discipleship, we need to know what to do with what we've learned. Lesson 13 taught us that being a disciple glorifies God and provides stability in our lives. But how does that translate into our relationships with others? It's an…
Discipleship: Foundations of the Word of God Lesson 13 – Being Disciples
As we close in on the end of this study (there's only one more lesson to go) there is a broader application to be made of all the principles we have learned thus far. That broader application is actually found in the title of this 14-week study: 'Discipleship'. The whole…
Discipleship: Foundations of the Word of God Lesson 12 – Prayer
The daily practice of our faith is rooted in three principle activities: study of the Word, praise & worship, and prayer. Though we may not study or engage in praise & worship as often as we should, most of us understand the basic intent and working of these two activities.…
Discipleship: Foundations of the Word of God Lesson 11 – Eternal Security
The fear of losing God's gift of salvation is paralyzing to so many Christian believers. It need not be. Scripture is very clear about the eternal fate and position of God's children. This lesson lays it all out in a logical, easy-to-understand way that doesn't seek to turn something that…
VLOG – Abundant Life Is NOT Circumstantial
Jesus came, among other things, to give his people abundant life. But what does that mean? Watch this vlog to learn more. https://gab.com/system/media_attachments/files/144/041/191/original/0bc413c56bc586c9.mp4