Blog by Bob Bevan
…to know and proclaim the mystery and riches, namely Christ. Col. 2:2
Everyday living from His eternal supply.
Good Grief and New Beginnings
So many in the body of Christ are in a place of transition and change as Father is realigning people for a new season of fruit bearing. In order to transition well from one season to the next, it is often necessary to grieve in a healthy way that sets us free to bear fruit in our new season.
Book Intro: Unsearchable - A Journey Into the Riches of Christ
Intro for upcoming book ‘Unsearchable: A Journey Into the Riches of Christ’.Most people attribute their security and sense of well being to their natural state or sum of their resources, but it became apparent to me that, as believers in Christ, we are the wealthiest people on the planet completely apart from the status of our bank account. To take it even a step further, if we attribute our state of wealth or well-being based on the abundance or lack of our material possession or our natural state, we have already missed apprehending the riches of Christ. This upcoming book will be part instruction and part application and sometimes miraculous real life testimonies on a journey into the riches of Christ.
The Unsearchable Riches of Christ Sermon Series
During the second half of 2019, the Holy Spirit highlighted the phrase “unsearchable riches of Christ” in Ephesians 3:8. That began a journey of learning and stepping into something that would change the way I saw everything.
Good Friday, Corona and the King: "Dirty Deeds & Clean Hands"
A few thoughts for one of the most unique Good Fridays in history.
The 2020 Transfer from the Coaster of Happiness to the Locomotive of Joy
Father said, “It’s time to move from the roller coaster of happiness to the locomotive of joy.” Roller coasters make for a great ride but a terrible life. We are being invited to make the switch to the unshakable, unstoppable Locomotive of Joy that runs on the rails of truth and grace.
“Why, God?”
Sometimes I ask, “why, God?” I don’t know if He has ever answered that prayer. Here’s a couple things to do and a better prayer to pray when asking, “why, God?”
Home of the Brave
What is the bravest thing you’ll ever do? Contrary to conventional wisdom, the strongest you will ever be as vulnerable and the home of the brave is more than just the end of our national anthem. Where will you choose to live?
Porn and the Teenage Brain
Parents: New studies have shown teenager's brains are more sensitive to the addictive nature of porn. What's the big deal? Keep reading....
No ‘Self’ Punching
Would you defend your friend if they were being attacked and insulted? What if the one throwing the punches at us is our self?
Mission Bell Uganda 2017
In November of 2017, I was able to go on a life-changing trip to Uganda with Jared Morrison. I've documented some of our experiences with stories and photos.
Overcoming Regret pt. 2: Celebrate What "Is" Instead of "What's Not"
Overcoming Regret Pt. 2: We are all celebrating, making much of, something today? When I made much of what was missing, I couldn't see all the goodness around me. To overcome regret and disappointment we will need to learn to celebrate what "is" instead of "what's not".
"I hope he burns in hell..."
After what I saw, I whispered to myself, "I hope he burns in hell." Is it possible to hate injustice and still love people?
Overcoming Regret pt. 1: Good Grief
Where do we begin the process of overcoming regret? Good grief. Healthy grief allows us to clarify our values, hold on to what is good and move toward what is best.
Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: A Thief Named "Regret"
Have regrets? Regret is a thief that paralyzes us in the moment and robs the very thing we hope for today. How should we deal with regret?
Gotta Let Go To Grow
We can't have a future until we let go of the past no matter how good or bad it was.
3 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self
Excellent piece by guest writer, Christina Lewis, sharing some wisdom with her younger self.