“We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. Therefore, among God’s churches we boast about your perseverance and faith in all the persecutions and trials you are enduring.” (2 … Continue reading Worthy of the Kingdom
Year: 2024
Be Someone Who Thanks Others
“We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. Therefore, among God’s churches we boast about your perseverance and faith in all the persecutions and trials you are enduring.” (2 … Continue reading Be Someone Who Thanks Others
Do Not Fear; Trust God
“May your unfailing love come to me, Lord,your salvation, according to your promise;then I can answer anyone who taunts me,for I trust in your word.Never take your word of truth from my mouth,for I have put my hope in your laws.I will always obey your law,for ever and ever.I will walk about in freedom,for I … Continue reading Do Not Fear; Trust God
Being Persecuted is Cause for Rejoicing
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets … Continue reading Being Persecuted is Cause for Rejoicing
Are We Salt and Light?
“You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet.” (Matthew 5:13 ESV) Salt adds flavor to our food. Without it, food can taste bland or be tasteless. … Continue reading Are We Salt and Light?
Jesus’ Teaching on Adultery
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart. If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away. For it is better … Continue reading Jesus’ Teaching on Adultery
Love Your Enemies
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on … Continue reading Love Your Enemies
Are You Full of Sorrow?
“My soul clings to the dust;give me life according to your word!When I told of my ways, you answered me;teach me your statutes!Make me understand the way of your precepts,and I will meditate on your wondrous works.My soul melts away for sorrow;strengthen me according to your word!Put false ways far from meand graciously teach me … Continue reading Are You Full of Sorrow?
The Heavens Proclaim His Righteousness
“The Lord reigns, let the earth rejoice;let the many coastlands be glad!Clouds and thick darkness are all around him;righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne.” “The heavens proclaim his righteousness,and all the peoples see his glory.All worshipers of images are put to shame,who make their boast in worthless idols;worship him, all you gods!” … Continue reading The Heavens Proclaim His Righteousness
Love God? Hate Evil!
“O you who love the Lord, hate evil!He preserves the lives of his saints;he delivers them from the hand of the wicked.Light is sown for the righteous,and joy for the upright in heart.Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous,and give thanks to his holy name!” (Psalms 97:10-12 ESV) In the New Testament this word “love” … Continue reading Love God? Hate Evil!
Run With It 