“Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no ‘root of bitterness’ springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled; that no one is sexually immoral or unholy like … Continue reading They Have Sold Their Inheritance
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Joyful in Hope
"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." Romans 12:12 NIV Hope – we can hope for things which may not happen. For example, we can hope for the salvation of loved ones, that they will turn from their sins and that they will follow Jesus in obedience to his commands. But not … Continue reading Joyful in Hope
Just Follow Jesus
“In sacrifice and offering you have not delighted,but you have given me an open ear.Burnt offering and sin offeringyou have not required.Then I said, ‘Behold, I have come;in the scroll of the book it is written of me:I delight to do your will, O my God;your law is within my heart.’” (Psalms 40:6-8 ESV) “Consequently, … Continue reading Just Follow Jesus
Step by Step
2 Peter 3:18 NIV: “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.” If we are going to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, we must first of all know Christ intimately and be … Continue reading Step by Step
Bless Those Who Persecute You
“Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight. Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what … Continue reading Bless Those Who Persecute You
The Lord is My Portion
“The Lord is my portion;I promise to keep your words.I entreat your favor with all my heart;be gracious to me according to your promise.When I think on my ways,I turn my feet to your testimonies;I hasten and do not delayto keep your commandments.Though the cords of the wicked ensnare me,I do not forget your law.At … Continue reading The Lord is My Portion
The Counsel of The Nations
“Let all the earth fear the Lord;let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him!For he spoke, and it came to be;he commanded, and it stood firm.The Lord brings the counsel of the nations to nothing;he frustrates the plans of the peoples.The counsel of the Lord stands forever,the plans of his heart … Continue reading The Counsel of The Nations
A Synagogue of Satan Opposed to Christ
“And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write: ‘The words of the first and the last, who died and came to life. “‘I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich) and the slander of those who say that they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. … Continue reading A Synagogue of Satan Opposed to Christ
Folly to Those Who are Perishing
“For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written, “’I will destroy the wisdom of the wise,and the discernment of the discerning I will thwart.’ “Where is the one who is wise? Where is … Continue reading Folly to Those Who are Perishing
Put Off, Put On
“Therefore, having put away falsehood, let each one of you speak the truth with his neighbor, for we are members one of another. Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil. Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let … Continue reading Put Off, Put On
Run With It 