Revelation 3:7-8 NIV “To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an … Continue reading Hold On to the Truth
Christian Devotional
My times with the Lord in His Word
I Tell You Now with Tears
Philippians 3:17-21 ESV “Brothers, join in imitating me, and keep your eyes on those who walk according to the example you have in us. For many, of whom I have often told you and now tell you even with tears, walk as enemies of the cross of Christ. Their end is destruction, their god is … Continue reading I Tell You Now with Tears
The Work of The Ministry
Ephesians 4:1-3 ESV “I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” What is … Continue reading The Work of The Ministry
Seek Good, not Evil, and Live
Amos 5:4-5 ESV For thus says the Lord to the house of Israel: “Seek me and live; but do not seek Bethel, and do not enter into Gilgal or cross over to Beersheba; for Gilgal shall surely go into exile, and Bethel shall come to nothing.” If we are going to be followers of Jesus … Continue reading Seek Good, not Evil, and Live
At the Revelation of Jesus Christ
1 Peter 1:13 ESV “Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” Preparing our Minds for Action Many professing Christians continually fall back into sin because they do not put this into practice. They are … Continue reading At the Revelation of Jesus Christ
We Implore You: Be Reconciled to God
2 Corinthians 5:11 ESV “Therefore, knowing the fear of the Lord, we persuade others. But what we are is known to God, and I hope it is known also to your conscience.” What does it mean to fear the Lord? It certainly means to be in awe of him, to show him respect and honor, … Continue reading We Implore You: Be Reconciled to God
Will You Not Revive Us?
Psalms 85:1-3 ESV “Lord, you were favorable to your land; you restored the fortunes of Jacob. You forgave the iniquity of your people; you covered all their sin. Selah You withdrew all your wrath; you turned from your hot anger.” In New Testament times, God the Father sent his only begotten Son Jesus Christ to … Continue reading Will You Not Revive Us?
Are You in Need of Rest?
Matthew 11:28-30 ESV “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” All … Continue reading Are You in Need of Rest?
The Midst of Much Conflict
1 Thessalonians 2:1-2 ESV “For you yourselves know, brothers, that our coming to you was not in vain. But though we had already suffered and been shamefully treated at Philippi, as you know, we had boldness in our God to declare to you the gospel of God in the midst of much conflict.” When God … Continue reading The Midst of Much Conflict
Is it Evident You’ve Been Chosen?
1 Thessalonians 1:4-7 “For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction. You know what kind of men we proved to be among you for your sake. And you … Continue reading Is it Evident You’ve Been Chosen?
Run With It 