Hebrews 12:1-2 ESV Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy … Continue reading The Finish Line
Salvation
Gospel According to Jesus
Without Commentary From that time Jesus began to preach, saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” ~ Matt. 4:17 And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” ~ Matt. 4:19 “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy … Continue reading Gospel According to Jesus
Self-Ruled or God-Ruled?
Colossians 2:1-3 NIV I want you to know how hard I am contending for you and for those at Laodicea, and for all who have not met me personally. My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in … Continue reading Self-Ruled or God-Ruled?
Giving Thanks
Colossians 3:1-4 NIV Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is your … Continue reading Giving Thanks
I Take My Stand
Psalms 119:137-138, 140, 142 Righteous are you, O Lord, and right are your rules. You have appointed your testimonies in righteousness and in all faithfulness. Your promise is well tried, and your servant loves it. Your righteousness is righteous forever, and your law is true. Our God is completely righteous. In him exists no evil. … Continue reading I Take My Stand
If You Continue
Colossians 1:21-23 ESV And you, who once were alienated and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and above reproach before him, if indeed you continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting from the … Continue reading If You Continue
America!
I believe God has a specific message for the church in America today, as a practical application of the biblical truths found in this passage of scripture. Nonetheless, if you don’t live in America, still the biblical truths expressed here may apply to you, too, across the globe, if this fits where you are. Although … Continue reading America!
Up To Date
Joshua 24:1-2a ESV Joshua gathered all the tribes of Israel to Shechem and summoned the elders, the heads, the judges, and the officers of Israel. And they presented themselves before God. And Joshua said to all the people, “Thus says the Lord, the God of Israel…” We read in the Bible that “All scripture is … Continue reading Up To Date
His Messengers
1 Timothy 2:1-4 ESV First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight … Continue reading His Messengers
Here I Am
Here I am, bringing my requests before You, Believing You that You will answer. For, there are many burdens on my heart That I must now lay at Your feet. Oh, how I long to see my loved ones saved from their sins, When they forsake their idols and turn to the Living Water, Which … Continue reading Here I Am
