Ephesians 5:17-18 ESV “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…” This word “drunk” has to do with inebriation and intoxication. Inebriation - To exhilarate, confuse (puzzle), or stupefy (daze) mentally or emotionally. Intoxication - overpowering exhilaration or … Continue reading What “spirit” Controls You?
Not Unwise, But Wise
Ephesians 5:1-2 ESV “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.” Do you believe in Jesus? Then, you are to be like God in purity of heart, mind, morals, character, and faithfulness. For, this … Continue reading Not Unwise, But Wise
The Day is At Hand
Romans 13:8-10 ESV “Owe no one anything, except to love each other, for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law. For the commandments, “You shall not commit adultery, You shall not murder, You shall not steal, You shall not covet,” and any other commandment, are summed up in this word: “You shall love … Continue reading The Day is At Hand
Fighting the Battle
Ephesians 6:10-11 ESV “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.” Boy, we are definitely seeing the schemes of the devil run rampant these days. He is fighting a fierce … Continue reading Fighting the Battle
Don’t Be Unsettled
Philippians 4:4-7 ESV “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses … Continue reading Don’t Be Unsettled
Even to The Death
God’s Call Jeremiah 1:4-6 ESV Now the word of the Lord came to me, saying, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations.” Then I said, “Ah, Lord God! Behold, I do not know how to speak, … Continue reading Even to The Death
Jesus is Our Strength!
Psalm 68:1-3 ESV “God shall arise, his enemies shall be scattered; and those who hate him shall flee before him! As smoke is driven away, so you shall drive them away; as wax melts before fire, so the wicked shall perish before God! But the righteous shall be glad; they shall exult before God; they … Continue reading Jesus is Our Strength!
He Gets the Glory
Psalm 103:1-5 ESV “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and … Continue reading He Gets the Glory
Whoever is Ashamed of Jesus
Luke 9:23 ESV And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” A lot of people get confused about God’s grace and his gift of salvation from sin. And, there is confusion about the gift of faith which he gives … Continue reading Whoever is Ashamed of Jesus
Do Not Desire His Delicacies
Please read prayerfully, asking the Lord to show you what is going on. Proverbs 23:1-3 ESV “When you sit down to eat with a ruler, observe carefully what is before you, and put a knife to your throat if you are given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food.” I … Continue reading Do Not Desire His Delicacies
Run With It 