Titus was entrusted with the task of addressing the deficiencies on the Isle of Crete and transforming its spiritual environment. The work where he was assigned, was plagued by the influence of Jewish false teachers who promoted improper teachings for dishonest gain (Titus 1:10-11). Additionally, the people were described as liars, evil beasts, and lazy... 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 →
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 →
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 →
Work Out Your Salvation: A Biblical Perspective
“Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling…” (Philippians 2:12) The words work out means to work fully, accomplish, to finish or fashion. “Work out…” katergazomai kat-er-gad'-zom-ahee From G2596 and G2038; to work... Continue Reading →
Walking in Light: Christ’s Role as Our Righteous Defender
“…if anyone sins, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. And He Himself is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the whole world.” 1st John 2:1-2 The things John wrote were in order that his readers not sin. We should strive and be motivated to... Continue Reading →
Born Again Through God’s Kindness and Love
Titus 3:4-7 “But when the kindness and love of GOD our Savior toward man appeared, not by works of righteousness which we have done but according to His mercy.” We did nothing deserving of GOD’S kindness, love or favor. God saw a foolish, disobedient, deceived, lustful humanity, living in malice and envy. Yet, in our... Continue Reading →
The Power of God’s Pure Word: Protection and Guidance
“Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him. Do not add to His words, Lest He rebuke you, and you be found a liar.” Proverbs 30:5-6 The imagery of precious metals having gone through a refiner’s fire is used to describe the word of GOD. Bible... Continue Reading →
The Consequences of Ignoring Correction
Proverbs 29:1 (KJV) He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. (ERV) Some people refuse to bend when someone corrects them. Eventually they will break, and there will be no one to repair the damage. The individual described in Proverbs 29:1 is one who is repeatedly corrected... Continue Reading →
Living a Joyful Life: The Power of Contentment in Faith
Proverbs 23:17 “Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of the LORD all day long.” A child of GOD is to live a life the reveres and honors GOD. Envy takes this away. It robs us of our mental and physical health and therefore hinders our ability to be a... Continue Reading →
