(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 →
Relying on God: A Personal Reflection
The more I reflect on life, the grace of God, and my own ability to be good enough, the more I recognize my profound need for God in my life. On my best days, I struggle and make mistakes. Yet, whether it is my best or worst day, my need for GOD is the same.... Continue Reading →
“Put your hand over your mouth…”
Our words can get us into a lot of trouble. Emotion sometimes can drive us in the wrong direction causing us to drift further off course. Proverbs 30:32 says, “If you have been foolish in exalting yourself, or if you have devised evil, put your hand on your mouth.” The phrase "put your hand on... Continue Reading →
Reevaluation of our Motivation
Self-praise reveals a lack of humility. It can be challenging to feel overlooked or unacknowledged for a good deed. However, it is important to remember that God sees all. Likewise, the value of the act of kindness remains intact regardless of who receives the credit, as the recipient of the kind act still benefits. If... Continue Reading →
The Power of the Gospel: A Call to Action
“All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end... Continue Reading →
The Importance of Thankfulness in Relationships
As Moses fled for his life from the face of Pharaoh, his flight led him to Midian where he encountered the seven daughters of the priest of Midian. The priest’s daughters were watering their fathers flock when other shepherds began to drive them away. Moses stepped in, protected them and assisted with their work resulting... Continue Reading →
