“…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 →
Unshakeable Love: Romans 8 and Our Victory in Christ
Romans 8:33-39 GOD has already given us the greatest gift possible, why would He withhold anything else from us? We have assurance in Christ. Based upon this truth, “Who shall bring a charge against GOD’S elect?” (It’s GOD who justifies or it is GOD who declares us innocent…) “Who is he who condemns?” (Here’s what... Continue Reading →
God’s Mercy and Salvation Through Christ
“And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up; that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have... 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 →
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 →
Love vs. Hatred in Sin Management (Proverbs 10)
“Hatred stirreth up strife: but love covereth all sins.” Proverbs 10:12 This verse does not promote indifference to sin but rather emphasizes having the proper attitude and response that enables one to overcome it. Stirring up in this verse means to awaken. At times, this is necessary. I may need to be made aware of... Continue Reading →
Be faithful to wisdom and she will be faithful to you. (Proverbs 4)
In Proverbs 4:5-9 the message of the Father to the son is, get wisdom and understanding. “Do not forget her, do not forsake her, love her, exalt her and embrace her.” Wisdom is something that the Father wants the son to hide deep within his heart. (Proverbs 4:7) Wisdom is the principal thing. The Hebrew... Continue Reading →
Born Again: Access To GOD’S Inheritance
Paul lists several behaviors that could disqualify one from inheriting the Kingdom of God. Although this list is not exhaustive, these actions, along with others mentioned in Galatians 5 as "works of the flesh," result in loss of the inheritance. Being born again in Christ is best because, in our former state, we are not... Continue Reading →
The Christian Response to Cancel Culture
The teachings of Christ were seen as offensive by some. Consequently, there were individuals who sought to silence anyone who would promote Christ and speak in His name. For instance, in Acts 3-4, in the name of Jesus, Peter healed a man who was lame. This healing attracted a crowd, prompting Peter to share the... Continue Reading →
