“Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” (Ephesians 5:1-2 ESV) To be an imitator of God is to be one of his followers, one who emulates him in character, mind, heart, and purpose, … Continue reading So That We Please Him
Year: 2024
As Bondservants of Jesus Christ
“Bondservants, obey your earthly masters with fear and trembling, with a sincere heart, as you would Christ, not by the way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but as bondservants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart, rendering service with a good will as to the Lord and not to man, knowing that whatever … Continue reading As Bondservants of Jesus Christ
In the Strength of the Lord
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this … Continue reading In the Strength of the Lord
The Women Who Announce the News
“The Lord gives the word;the women who announce the news are a great host:‘The kings of the armies—they flee, they flee!’The women at home divide the spoil—though you men lie among the sheepfolds—the wings of a dove covered with silver,its pinions with shimmering gold.When the Almighty scatters kings there,let snow fall on Zalmon.” “Blessed be … Continue reading The Women Who Announce the News
Are You Apathetic to the Cause of Christ?
“And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God's creation. “‘I know your works: you are neither cold nor hot. Would that you were either cold or hot! So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will … Continue reading Are You Apathetic to the Cause of Christ?
He Who Has an Ear Let Him Hear
“And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: ‘The words of the holy one, the true one, who has the key of David, who opens and no one will shut, who shuts and no one opens. “‘I know your works. Behold, I have set before you an open door, which no one is … Continue reading He Who Has an Ear Let Him Hear
A False Reputation of Being Alive
“And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “‘I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have not … Continue reading A False Reputation of Being Alive
Do You Tolerate False Teachers?
“And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write: ‘The words of the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and whose feet are like burnished bronze. “‘I know your works, your love and faith and service and patient endurance, and that your latter works exceed the first. But I … Continue reading Do You Tolerate False Teachers?
The Breach Between Christ and His Church
“And to the angel of the church in Pergamum write: ‘The words of him who has the sharp two-edged sword. “‘I know where you dwell, where Satan's throne is. Yet you hold fast my name, and you did not deny my faith even in the days of Antipas my faithful witness, who was killed among … Continue reading The Breach Between Christ and His Church
A Synagogue of Satan Opposed to Christ
“And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write: ‘The words of the first and the last, who died and came to life. “‘I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich) and the slander of those who say that they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. … Continue reading A Synagogue of Satan Opposed to Christ
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