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
Pray and Obey
1 Peter 5:8-9 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “8Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 9Resist him, standing firm in your faith and in the knowledge that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering.” Guard Against Distractions I just finished … Continue reading Pray and Obey
All Hands on Deck
Christ’s Free Servant, Sue J Love
A Job That Needs Done
I took a nap this afternoon, and when I awoke, I woke out of this dream: “Someone at a higher level was given a job (responsibility) to do. He didn’t do it. So it was given to someone of (or at) a lower level, and he ‘sealed the deal.’” And then this is the passage … Continue reading A Job That Needs Done
Nearing The End
1 Peter 4:7-9 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “7The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray. 8Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. 9Show hospitality to one another without complaining.” Near to The End Now, this was written a very … Continue reading Nearing The End
Do Not Be Shaken
1 Peter 3:14-17,4:1-5 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) 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 a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope … Continue reading Do Not Be Shaken
My Well Used Book
Christ’s Free Servant, Sue J Love
Whoever Would Love Life
1 Peter 3:8-12 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) 8Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble. 9Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. 10For, “Whoever would love lifeand see good … Continue reading Whoever Would Love Life
Do Not Submit to Sin
The Footsteps of Jesus At the end of 1 Peter 2 we read and we learned that we who are called of God to be followers of Christ Jesus are to follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ in how He lived. And the first thing mentioned is that He committed no sin. Then we … Continue reading Do Not Submit to Sin
Follow Christ’s Example
1 Peter 2:21-25 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) 21For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps:22“He committed no sin,and no deceit was found in His mouth.”23When they heaped abuse on Him,He did not retaliate;when He suffered, He made no threats,but entrusted … Continue reading Follow Christ’s Example
Life is Worth Living
Life is worth living when it’s lived in God.Life is worth living when it’s not a fraud. Tenderly, patiently, our Lord waits for usTo get on His side and onto His bus. He has a plan and a purpose for us,To follow His lead, place in Him our trust. Died He for our sins, forgiven … Continue reading Life is Worth Living
