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
Preferring the World
1 John 2:15-17 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “15Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 16For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the … Continue reading Preferring the World
If We Say But We Don’t
1 John 1:5-10 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “5And this is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you: God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all. 6If we say we have fellowship with Him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth. 7But … Continue reading If We Say But We Don’t
Empty Voices Singing Empty Praise
“Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth!Serve the Lord with gladness!Come into his presence with singing!Know that the Lord, he is God!It is he who made us, and we are his;we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.Enter his gates with thanksgiving,and his courts with praise!Give thanks to him; bless … Continue reading Empty Voices Singing Empty Praise
What I Am Thankful For
I’m thankful for the cross of ChristWhere Jesus died for meSo I could die with Him to sinAnd live eternally I’m thankful that He cared for meAnd called me to be HisSo I could serve Him with my lifeAnd do all that He says I’m thankful that He’s chosen meTo serve Him in this waySo … Continue reading What I Am Thankful For
False Teachers Among Us
2 Peter 2:1-3,14-15,18-19 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “Now there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them—bringing swift destruction on themselves. 2Many will follow in their depravity, and because of them the way of … Continue reading False Teachers Among Us
Like a Roaring Lion Seeking to Devour You
1 Peter 5:5-11 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “5..And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, ‘God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.’ 6Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you. 7Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for … Continue reading Like a Roaring Lion Seeking to Devour You
Don’t Let Fiery Trials Surprise You
1 Peter 4:12-13 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) 12Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory. What kind of fiery … Continue reading Don’t Let Fiery Trials Surprise You
When I Don’t Know What to Pray
So, when I don’t know what to prayI don’t know what to God to sayHe intercedes for my requestsFor He knows what is truly best He counsels me when I’m confusedWhen I am hurting or misusedWhen things in life just don’t make senseWhen people live lives in pretense He shows the way I am to … Continue reading When I Don’t Know What to Pray
Suffering for What’s Right
1 Peter 3:13-17 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) 13Who can harm you if you are zealous for what is good? 14But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear what they fear; do not be shaken.” 15But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give … Continue reading Suffering for What’s Right
