Neither Cold nor Hot Revelation 3:14-16 NIV “To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: “These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation. I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because … Continue reading The Lukewarm Church of Today
Encouragement
Until the Coming of the Lord
In Luxury and Self-Indulgence James 5:1-6 ESV “Come now, you rich, weep and howl for the miseries that are coming upon you. Your riches have rotted and your garments are moth-eaten. Your gold and silver have corroded, and their corrosion will be evidence against you and will eat your flesh like fire. You have laid … Continue reading Until the Coming of the Lord
True Faith Changes Us
You Were, Not Now Ephesians 2:1-3 ESV “And you were dead in the trespasses and sins in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience— among whom we all once lived in … Continue reading True Faith Changes Us
Walk with Integrity of Heart
Steadfast Love Psalms 101:1-2 ESV “I will sing of steadfast love and justice; to you, O Lord, I will make music. I will ponder the way that is blameless. Oh when will you come to me?” Steadfast love (or mercy) is unwavering, committed, persistent, and dedicated. It is loyal and faithful, not unfaithful, and not … Continue reading Walk with Integrity of Heart
God’s Word and His Promises
The Way of Your Statutes Psalms 119:33-35 ESV “Teach me, O Lord, the way of your statutes; and I will keep it to the end. Give me understanding, that I may keep your law and observe it with my whole heart. Lead me in the path of your commandments, for I delight in it.” The … Continue reading God’s Word and His Promises
Fear of Man or Fear of God?
Our Refuge and Strength Psalms 46:1-3 ESV “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah” Mimicking … Continue reading Fear of Man or Fear of God?
Fear Not! Trust the Lord!
Luke 12:4-7 ESV “I tell you, my friends, do not fear those who kill the body, and after that have nothing more that they can do. But I will warn you whom to fear: fear him who, after he has killed, has authority to cast into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear him! Are not … Continue reading Fear Not! Trust the Lord!
We’re Called According to His Purpose
Jeremiah 1:4-9 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, for I … Continue reading We’re Called According to His Purpose
Beware the Spreading Influence of Evil
Luke 12:1-3 ESV “In the meantime, when so many thousands of the people had gathered together that they were trampling one another, he began to say to his disciples first, “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. Nothing is covered up that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be … Continue reading Beware the Spreading Influence of Evil
Subtle Messages Intended to Deceive
Let Brotherly Love Continue Hebrews 13:1 ESV “Let brotherly love continue.” What is brotherly love? It isn’t just for men. It is the love that we, as followers of Jesus Christ, are to have for one another. And how are we to love one another? Affectionately? Properly, yes, but not only with affection. This love … Continue reading Subtle Messages Intended to Deceive
