What we say only has value if our actions are consistent with our words. In 1st John 1:6 If we say we have fellowship with Him, the supportive action will be walking in the light. Just saying we have fellowship with GOD does not make it so. If we say we do but are walking... Continue Reading →
In Proverbs 20:1, Solomon describes wine as a mocker and strong drink as raging. Whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise. Wine mocks, derides, ridicules and teases its consumer. Allowing ourselves to be deceived by it shows a lack of wisdom. What will be the evidence of one who has allowed themselves to be deceived... Continue Reading →
As result of jealousy, Daniel’s adversaries sought to rid themselves of him by finding fault against him regarding kingdom matters. However, Daniel was found above reproach within the Medo Persian empire. Those seeking his downfall turned to His greatest strength in an effort to destroy him, that being his loyalty to His GOD and GOD’S... Continue Reading →
“Do it now! Now? No…. I’ll do it tomorrow.” “Be Christ-like… absolutely, that’s important.” “Do it now!” “Now? Nah, I’ll do it tomorrow…” “Study the word of GOD more… definitely, that’s important.” “Do it now!” “Now? Maybe tomorrow…” “Tell my neighbor about Jesus… for sure, that’s important.” “Then do it now!” “Now? Now is not... Continue Reading →
In Ephesians 1:7, Paul speaks of the beloved, Jesus Christ, in whom we have redemption. In Christ, we find redemption. The soul of man needs rescuing from the bondage of sin. Through the blood of Christ, there is restoration, recovery, and deliverance for the soul. Through the blood of Jesus, redemption brought the forgiveness of... Continue Reading →
“Likewise, must the deacons be grave, not double-tongued, not given to much wine, not greedy of filthy lucre…” (1st Timothy 3:8) “The aged women, likewise, that they be in behavior as becomes holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things…” (Titus 2:3) Elders are instructed to “not be given to... Continue Reading →
While we were dead in our sins and unable to save ourselves, God's grace provided a way for us to live, through Christ. “…. that in the ages to come He might show the exceeding riches of His grace in His kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.” Ephesians 2:7 The amazing reality that He has... Continue Reading →
Self-Edifying Specific roles within the body of Christ were established to perfect and complete the saints, to carry out the work of the ministry, and to edify the body. Edification in the church is the act of spiritually building up. It is undeniably a responsibility and necessity for God’s people. Consider: Ephesians 4:11-16 The idea... Continue Reading →
Hebrews 11 presents a powerful list of faithful men and women who lived by faith despite facing significant challenges. The chapter opens defining faith as "the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." These children of God were not seeking rewards in this life but rather in the life to come.... Continue Reading →
In Ephesians 1, Paul speaks of his prayer for the saints in Ephesus, asking that they receive the spirit of wisdom and revelation in knowing Christ, and that their understanding may be enlightened. He prays that they may grasp the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints, and the... Continue Reading →
Prospering Pathway 