War, politics, lies, betrayal, the murdering of innocents, our young men and women in uniform dying on a battle field via men of power; takeovers of nations, riots and lawlessness, sin abounding, the church asleep or complacent for the most part; the gospel diluted, and do we even notice? Through all that is going on … Continue reading For Our Nation
Are We Living by The Spirit?
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you may not do the things that you please… Now those who … Continue reading Are We Living by The Spirit?
Called to Freedom
“It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery… For you were called to freedom, brethren; only do not turn your freedom into an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. For the whole Law is fulfilled … Continue reading Called to Freedom
But The Fruit of The Spirit is..
“Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions, envying, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you, just as I have forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. … Continue reading But The Fruit of The Spirit is..
Finding Better Ways to Communicate
“And concerning you, my brethren, I myself also am convinced that you yourselves are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge and able also to admonish one another. But I have written very boldly to you on some points so as to remind you again, because of the grace that was given me from God, … Continue reading Finding Better Ways to Communicate
Bearing Their Weaknesses
“Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of those without strength and not just please ourselves. Each of us is to please his neighbor for his good, to his edification.” (Romans 15:1-2 NASB1995) When Paul penned this letter, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, to the believers in Jesus Christ in … Continue reading Bearing Their Weaknesses
My Cup Overflows
“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;You have anointed my head with oil;My cup overflows.” (Psalm 23:5 NASB1995) Over my lifetime, I was rejected much because of my love for Jesus and my desire for him and my hunger and thirst after righteousness and for my passion for serving him … Continue reading My Cup Overflows
The Lord is My Shepherd
“The Lord is my shepherd,I shall not want.He makes me lie down in green pastures;He leads me beside quiet waters.He restores my soul;He guides me in the paths of righteousnessFor His name’s sake.” (Psalm 23:1-3 NASB1995) Who is the Lord who is being spoken of here? He is God – Father, Son Jesus Christ, and … Continue reading The Lord is My Shepherd
Laying Aside the Old Self
with its evil practices “Therefore consider the members of your earthly body as dead to immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed, which amounts to idolatry. For it is because of these things that the wrath of God will come upon the sons of disobedience, and in them you also once walked, when you were … Continue reading Laying Aside the Old Self
The “IF” Statements
“Therefore if you have been raised up with Christ, keep seeking the things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth. For you have died and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who … Continue reading The “IF” Statements
Run With It 