Bruce Lengeman
Bruce's Articles
Sex in Marriage is Good
Since writing To Kill a Lion: Destroying the Power of Lust from the Root, I have come to the conclusion that many sexual problems exist because people do not understand the blessing of their sexuality and therefore they fall into sexual bondage and guilt. So what do I mean?
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How To Combat Sexual Addiction
More and more, we are all hearing about the rising number of sexual crimes. Counselors are crying out for help because of how many marriages are breaking up. Many sexual-abuse victims are seeking help-all because of the flood of immorality that is attacking our culture. It is not just happening in the "world," but it is out of control in almost every church or religious setting.
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The Inadequacy of Law-Based Living (Part II)
Despite the books and chapters of the Bible dedicated to teaching believers their freedom from the law, Christians still try to find victory and comfort through law. The flesh drives them to self-righteousness and performance, forgetting only the righteousness of Christ living through us is valuable to God. Last issue we studied five characteristics of law-based living. Below are five more.
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The Inadequacy of Law-Based Living (Part I)
Despite the books and chapters of the Bible dedicated to teaching believers their freedom from the law, Christians still try to find victory and comfort through law. The flesh drives them to self-righteousness and performance, forgetting that only the righteousness of Christ living through us is valuable to God. Below are five characteristics of law-based living you may want to ponder. We will cover five more next article.
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Before You Judge And Criticize Ask Yourself These Questions
Below are some questions to ask before you point the finger critically at someone else. When you're tempted to criticize go through this list and see which questions apply. Let's honor God by not unfairly judging others!
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Bitter Or Better: The Simple Truth About Your Joy In Life (Or Lack Of It!)
The toughest, most courageous people in history have been people who in their lives have endured terrible, unfortunate circumstance. I have two friends who are brothers, whose father deserted them when they were young. One went on to have a successful life and family, the other destroyed his relationships, and lived in much bitterness. Both grew up in the same home, with the same parents. What was the difference?
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Freedom From A Wounded Heart
On January 13-15 the Freedom From a Wounded Heart Seminar was presented in Ohio. Over 120 people participated in the three-evening event. We live in a culture full of wounded people. So many of these people have been in church all their life yet they still are not free from the chains of woundedness. Yet, the salvation our Heavenly Father has provided will set us free from the bondages stemming from a wounded heart. Below are some truths that will help you understand the wounded heart:
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