Success is greatly influenced by the time and effort we dedicate to a particular task or goal in life. In athletics, we must practice diligently, study game strategies, and execute the plays or techniques necessary. To achieve success in education, we must study hard and take our academic responsibilities seriously. Likewise, in our careers, we... Continue Reading →
Pursuing Wisdom: The Power of Listening and Learning
“Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.” Proverbs 19:20 The central theme of the book of Proverbs is wisdom. The father urges his son to pursue wisdom and gain understanding. He encourages the son to treasure wisdom in his heart, promising that it will protect and sustain him... Continue Reading →
The Biblical Truth: Don’t Join, Be Added to the Church
Over the course of life, many will choose to join a specific church. This decision may be influenced by various factors. Some will base their decision on family tradition, saying, "This is what my parents believed, so I believe it too," or "This is where my grandfather attended, so I will attend here as well."... Continue Reading →
Faithful Is He
“Faithful is He that calleth you, who also will do it.” (1st Thessalonians 5:24) “…the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.” (2nd Thessalonians 3:3) It is remarkable that when Paul wrote these words, he faced severe persecution and was surrounded by evil men. How, then, did the Lord protect... Continue Reading →
Trusting God in Times of Temptation
He provides and way of escape (KJV) “There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear... Continue Reading →
Overcoming Temptation: God’s Promise of Support
(KJV) “There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.” (1st Corinthians 10:13) No temptation... Continue Reading →
The Call to Serve After Deliverance
God be thanked that though you were slaves of sin, yet you obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine to which you were delivered and having been set free from sin, you became slaves (servants) of righteousness.” Romans 6:17-18 It is incorrect to suggest that no responsibility or action is expected of us following... Continue Reading →
God’s Faithfulness and Our Response
2nd Timothy 2:11-13 “It is a faithful saying: For if we be dead with him, we shall also live with him, if we suffer, we shall also reign with him…” That is wonderful news! If we remain faithful to our LORD, we have the assurance of eternal life because He is faithful. He is trustworthy... Continue Reading →
Born Again: The Hope of Eternal Life in Christ
Death is the price for sin (Romans 6:23). My sin deserved death, but Jesus paid that price so I could live (Romans 3:21-26). He accomplished this by dying and rising again, offering all of humanity the privilege to be born again. 1 Peter 1:3-5, reminds Christians that they have been born again unto a living... Continue Reading →
God’s Promise to Joshua: Assurance and Accountability
In Joshua 1:5, God assured Joshua of His support. Just as He had been with Moses, GOD promised to never leave or forsake Joshua. Joshua witnessed the challenges Moses and Aaron faced in leading the people, including the complaints and doubts from the ancestors of those Joshua was now entrusted to guide to the promised... Continue Reading →
