“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
Ephesians
Christ Will Shine on You
“But when anything is exposed by the light, it becomes visible, for anything that becomes visible is light. Therefore it says, “’Awake, O sleeper,and arise from the dead,and Christ will shine on you.’ “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days … Continue reading Christ Will Shine on You
Are You Being Deceived?
“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. “But sexual immorality and all impurity or covetousness must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints. Let there be no filthiness nor … Continue reading Are You Being Deceived?
Renouncing Ungodliness and Worldly Passions
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us … Continue reading Renouncing Ungodliness and Worldly Passions
Walking in Love
“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) When we imitate God with our lives, we are not mimicking nor are we impersonating him like some actors and comedians imitate other … Continue reading Walking in Love
Necks on The Line
“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 Necks on The Line
Bondservants of 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.” (Ephesians 6:5-7 ESV) … Continue reading Bondservants of Christ
The Song He Had for Me to Sing
Ephesians 5:15-21 ESV “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled … Continue reading The Song He Had for Me to Sing
The Teeter Totter
“And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of … Continue reading The Teeter Totter
That We Should Be Holy
“Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, to the saints who are in Ephesus, and are faithful in Christ Jesus: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ … Continue reading That We Should Be Holy
Run With It 