Student of His Word

Brian Holden

1 Timothy 3:16-17
All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.


Have you ever noticed that the older you get, the less you know? It seems like I'm learning something new everyday about life. Being a Father, Husband, and Worship Leader has it's challenges. But, I'm continually learning something about each of those roles everyday. As the challenges and the trails come I find myself digging for answers in God's Word. Everything we need that pertains to life and Godliness is wrapped up in Him. Paul's final encouragement to Timothy was a reminder that scripture is your equipment for combat. So, remember to study to show yourself approved. I don't know about you but, I would much rather have my equipment ready for when the battle comes than have to scrabble to find it in the midst of combat. :)

Living Sacrifice

Brian Holden

Romans 12:1

    “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in the view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God - this is your true and proper worship. 

Have you ever wondered what it truly meant to be a “Living Sacrifice”. A simple definition of sacrifice is “something so relinquished”. This literally means, to give over possession or control of something. David said in Psalm 40:6-7 “Sacrifice and offering You do not desire - but my ears You have opened - burnt offerings and sin offerings You do not require. Then I said “Here I am, I have come - it is written about me in the scroll. I desire to do your will, my God; Your law is written within my heart.” David was giving over his will to God. It was no longer about what he desired but rather what God required of him. So, when Paul stated; offer your body as a living sacrifice, he was telling us to live solely for God and not for ourselves. When we live for ourselves, our worship is tainted and unholy. It’s impossible to offer God a holy and pleasing sacrifice when it is on our terms. You see, sacrifice cost you something! So, today remember that your sacrifice will always affect your worship!!