“Therefore, I will always be ready to remind you of these things, even though you already know them, and have been established in the truth which is present with you. I consider it right, as long as I am in this earthly dwelling, to stir you up by way of reminder, knowing that the laying … Continue reading Always Ready to Be Reminded
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Lavishly Supply Your Faith With
Context: Peter was addressing those of like faith (of equal standing) as him and the other NT apostles. He let us know that God’s divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, and that we have all been called to God’s own glory and excellence, by which he has … Continue reading Lavishly Supply Your Faith With
God-Gifted and God-Persuaded Faith
“Simeon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who have obtained a faith of equal standing with ours by the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ: May grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. “His divine power has granted to … Continue reading God-Gifted and God-Persuaded Faith
Be Sober-Minded and Watchful
“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing … Continue reading Be Sober-Minded and Watchful
Being Examples to the Flock
“So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker in the glory that is going to be revealed: shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising oversight, not under compulsion, but willingly, as God would have you; not … Continue reading Being Examples to the Flock
Fiery Trials Upon Us
“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted for the name of Christ, … Continue reading Fiery Trials Upon Us
The Church Has Lost Her Testimony
“The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards … Continue reading The Church Has Lost Her Testimony
Bring Them Home
“Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God. For the time that is … Continue reading Bring Them Home
Whoever Desires to Love Life
"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. For “Whoever desires to love lifeand see good days,let him … Continue reading Whoever Desires to Love Life
Run With It 