“Iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17 (NASB) Just think of it… every person in your life has been placed there for a reason. Maybe you are to serve and minister to them in some way or they are meant to instruct and serve you. Either way, they have crossed your path … Continue reading
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2 (NIV) “Casting all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7 (ESV) “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.” … Continue reading
“Through the Lord’s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23 (NKJV) We serve a gracious and loving God. His mercy will carry us through every struggle we face in life. He is so faithful! § 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 … Continue reading
Because there is so much sexual immorality in this world today, I want to address “PURITY” Purity is achieved by freedom from desire, and desire should be distinguished from necessity. When one is hungry, one should eat, when one is thirsty one should drink, when one is fatigued, one should sleep. These absolute necessities cannot … Continue reading
by Max Lucado The heart of Jesus was spiritual. Our hearts seem so far from His. He is pure. We are greedy. He is peaceful; we are hassled. He is purposeful; we are distracted. How could we ever hope to have the heart of Jesus? Ready for a surprise? You already do. You already have … Continue reading
When God speaks, listen; when God commands, obey; when God leads, follow. Think about this. God loves us, and He knows what is best for us, so He wants us to follow His precepts. But He won’t force us to do so. He could have made us like robots that would automatically follow His directions. … Continue reading
Daniel 2:19-22 During the night the mystery was revealed to Daniel in a vision. Then Daniel praised the God of heaven and said: “Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are his. He changes times and seasons; he sets up kings and deposes them. He gives wisdom to … Continue reading
Since all have sinned and are falling short of the honor and glory which God bestows and receives. [All] are justified and made upright and in right standing with God, freely and gratuitously by His grace (His unmerited favor and mercy), through the redemption which is [provided] in Christ Jesus, Romans 3:23-24 AMP Continue reading
Have you ever wished you’d stopped talking about five minutes before you actually did? Because I’ve been there myself, I want to help protect you from saying potentially embarrassing or hurtful things. And I’ve prepared a list of six warning signs to let you know when it’s time to stop talking. Sign 1: You’re Complaining, … Continue reading
I fear, lest somehow, as the serpent deceived Eve by his craftiness, so your minds may be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ. —2 Corinthians 11:3 (NKJV) God really wants our relationships and communication with Him to be simple, but the devil has twisted our thinking about prayer because he not only knows … Continue reading
Galatians 6:9 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) 9 So we must not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don’t give up. One of the major players in losing your love walk is losing your cool! First of all, not everyone knows what a “love walk” … Continue reading
Proverbs 18:24 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) 24 A man with many friends may be harmed,[a] but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother. Just because someone calls you “friend” does not mean they are one. Just like the prodigal son, he was very popular until his money ran out. Sometimes … Continue reading
What do you do when someone mistreats you? I didn’t ask what you want to do. I didn’t ask what your automatic fleshly reaction is. I already know that. Your natural, knee-jerk response is the same as mine. You want to strike back. You want to do something or say something that will even the … Continue reading
Hebrews 3 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) Our Apostle and High Priest 3 Therefore, holy brothers and companions in a heavenly calling, consider Jesus, the apostle and high priest of our confession;2 He was faithful to the One who appointed Him, just as Moses was in all God’s household. 3 For Jesus is considered worthy … Continue reading
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23 HCSB Continue reading
God is able to establish us in the faith according to the plan of redemption which had been hidden over the ages. After the Fall in the Garden of Eden, God spoke and outlined that plan. What He laid down put Satan out of business completely. Praise God! He has commanded that the plan of … Continue reading
Hebrews 1 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) The Nature of the Son 1 Long ago God spoke to the fathers by the prophets at different times and in different ways.2 In these last days, He has spoken to us by His Son. God has appointed Him heir of all things and made the universe[a] through … Continue reading
Philemon 1 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) Greeting Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother: To Philemon our dear friend and coworker, 2 to Apphia our sister,[a] to Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church that meets in your home. 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and … Continue reading
Acts 4 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) 8 Then Peter was filled with the Holy Spirit and said to them, “Rulers of the people and elders:[c] 9 If we are being examined today about a good deed done to a disabled man—by what means he was healed— 10 let it be known to all … Continue reading
Have you ever had someone ask you this question? “What are you thinking about?” or “Penny for your thoughts!” I ask my husband this many times. But, have you ever asked YOURSELF this question?? Sometimes it is a good idea to stop and ask yourself, “What am I thinking about? Does it line up with … Continue reading
I read an excerpt this week from Pastor Chad Gonzalez from Jonesboro, AR. It caught my eye and made me ask some questions because the statistics he gave were disturbing to me. This is the excerpt as follows: Why is your church and your support of it important? Latest statistics: 1. 80-85% of all churches … Continue reading
Know that Yahweh your God is God, the faithful God who keeps His gracious covenant loyalty for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commands. Deuteronomy 7:9 HCSB Continue reading
Philippians 4:13 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) 13 I am able to do all things through Him[a] who strengthens me. Colossians 3:15 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) 15 And let the peace of the Messiah, to which you were also called in one body, control your hearts. Be thankful. I am a workhorse! … Continue reading
Have not I commanded you? Be strong, vigorous, and very courageous. Be not afraid, neither be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 Amplified Bible Continue reading
“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. And I will … Continue reading
There are three simple things all Christians can do to be major soul winners for Christ. Talk is cheap today. People who claimed to be Christians and then behaved the opposite have been grabbed up by the secular media and spotlighted as the “Christian Poster Child” and nothing could be further from the truth. Sadly, … Continue reading
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There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love. Continue reading
2 Thessalonians 3 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) Pray for Us 3 Finally, brothers, pray for us that the Lord’s message may spread rapidly and be honored, just as it was with you,2 and that we may be delivered from wicked and evil men, for not all have faith.[a] 3 But the Lord is faithful; … Continue reading
15 But the news[g] about Him spread even more, and large crowds would come together to hear Him and to be healed of their sicknesses. 16 Yet He often withdrew to deserted places and prayed. Luke 5:15-16 Have you ever been lonely? I think most of us can say an absolute yes to that … Continue reading
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