Those Who Cause Divisions Romans 16:17-20 ESV “I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them. For such persons do not serve our Lord Christ, but their own appetites, and by smooth talk and flattery they deceive … Continue reading They Deceive the Naïve
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Prepared to Make a Defense
1 Peter 3:13-17 ESV “Now who is there to harm you if you are zealous for what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness' sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make … Continue reading Prepared to Make a Defense
Keep Your Lips from Speaking Deceit
1 Peter 3:8-9 ESV “Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind. Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.” Unity of Mind For Christians to … Continue reading Keep Your Lips from Speaking Deceit
Worship God and Him Alone
Philippians 3:17 ESV “Brothers, join in imitating me, and keep your eyes on those who walk according to the example you have in us.” Paul had a very close walk with the Lord, which was a walk of holiness, righteousness, repentance, obedience, and submission to Christ as Lord. He did not “struggle” with immorality as … Continue reading Worship God and Him Alone
What Do You Think About?
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 What Do You Think About?
The Iniquity of Us All
Isaiah 53:4-6 ESV “Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed. All we like … Continue reading The Iniquity of Us All
My Help Comes from the Lord
Where does my help come from? Psalms 121:1-2 ESV “I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.” The Scriptures teach us that we are to put our trust in God, not in humans: “Do not put your trust … Continue reading My Help Comes from the Lord
Listen and Remember
Idol Worship Isaiah 46:1-2 ESV “Bel bows down; Nebo stoops; their idols are on beasts and livestock; these things you carry are borne as burdens on weary beasts. They stoop; they bow down together; they cannot save the burden, but themselves go into captivity.” An idol is not just a wood, silver, or gold carving … Continue reading Listen and Remember
Who Pervert the Grace of God
Jude 1:3-4 ESV “Beloved, although I was very eager to write to you about our common salvation, I found it necessary to write appealing to you to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. For certain people have crept in unnoticed who long ago were designated for this condemnation, … Continue reading Who Pervert the Grace of God
What Accords with Sound Doctrine
Titus 2:1 ESV “But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine.” What is “sound doctrine”? Sound means whole, healthy, pure, and uncorrupted. And doctrine is Christian teaching (instruction) that is to be applied to our lives as is necessary for our walks of faith in Jesus Christ in holiness and righteousness and in … Continue reading What Accords with Sound Doctrine
