Whoever says, “I Know Him”

“My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world. And by … Continue reading Whoever says, “I Know Him”

Is a Verbal Confession Enough?

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9 ESV) This verse in the Bible is another one of the most critical of the misquoted (quoted out of context) verses in the Bible. For people are teaching others from … Continue reading Is a Verbal Confession Enough?

Keep Them Safe

Keep them safe, Lord, keep them safe.Don’t let death, Lord, be their fate.Keep them in your tender care.Don’t let them be caught in snare. Lead them in the way to go,Show them truth, Lord, let them know.Help them follow You each day,Read their Bibles, kneel, and pray. Keep them from the snares of death,Till they … Continue reading Keep Them Safe

Hands That Shed Innocent Blood

“There are six things that the Lord hates,seven that are an abomination to him:haughty eyes, a lying tongue,and hands that shed innocent blood,a heart that devises wicked plans,feet that make haste to run to evil,a false witness who breathes out lies,and one who sows discord among brothers.” (Proverbs 6:16-19 ESV A person with haughty eyes … Continue reading Hands That Shed Innocent Blood

What is The Gift?

“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23 ESV) This verse in the Bible is probably one of the most critical of the misquoted (quoted out of context) verses in the Bible. Ever since I was learning to share the … Continue reading What is The Gift?

Jesus, Delivered Over to Death

Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, who is also God, the second person of our triune God – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit – left his throne in heaven, came to earth, was born as a human baby to a human mother, but was conceived of the Holy Spirit. So when he lived … Continue reading Jesus, Delivered Over to Death

Are You Single or Double-Minded?

“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. For that person … Continue reading Are You Single or Double-Minded?

While Remaining Steadfast Under Trial

“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” (James 1:2-4 ESV) “Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when … Continue reading While Remaining Steadfast Under Trial

“Everyone Mocks Me”

“O Lord, you have deceived me,and I was deceived;you are stronger than I,and you have prevailed.I have become a laughingstock all the day;everyone mocks me.For whenever I speak, I cry out,I shout, ‘Violence and destruction!’For the word of the Lord has become for mea reproach and derision all day long.If I say, ‘I will not … Continue reading “Everyone Mocks Me”

Standing Against the Devil’s Tricks

“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 Standing Against the Devil’s Tricks