John Clark
Do You Run From Your Troubles? Here is the Reason that it is Better to Stand Firm
Romans 5:3-5 NLTWe can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has […]
Are You Missing Something In Your Life? May Have To Do With Willingness To Give
Exodus 35:20-21 NLTSo the whole community of Israel left Moses and returned to their tents. All whose hearts were stirred and whose spirits were moved came and brought their sacred offerings to the LORD. They brought all the materials needed for the Tabernacle, for the performance of its rituals, and for the sacred garments. “All […]
The Words That Cut Like a Knife and They Are Found in One Place
1 John 2:26-27 NLTI am writing these things to warn you about those who want to lead you astray. But you have received the Holy Spirit, and he lives within you, so you don’t need anyone to teach you what is true. For the Spirit teaches you everything you need to know, and what he […]
Do You Want to Know What is Really Going on Inside of Someone, Watch How They Live
Acts 22:1-5 NLT“Brothers and esteemed fathers,” Paul said, “listen to me as I offer my defense.” When they heard him speaking in their own language, the silence was even greater. Then Paul said, “I am a Jew, born in Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, and I was brought up and educated here in Jerusalem under […]
When You Forgive Those Around You, You Free All Parties From Resentment and Hostility
Matthew 18:21-22 NLTThen Peter came to him and asked, “Lord, how often should I forgive someone who sins against me? Seven times?” “No, not seven times,” Jesus replied, “but seventy times seven! I think Peter thought he was being generous with the number seven when He asked Jesus, how many times we are to forgive. […]
Do You Want to Be Productive in Your Faith? You Have All You Need to Succeed
2 Peter 1:3-4 NLTBy his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence. And because of his glory and excellence, he has given […]
There is Salvation in the Name of Jesus, In the End He is All We’ll Have
Matthew 17:7-8 NLTThen Jesus came over and touched them. “Get up,” he said. “Don’t be afraid.” And when they looked up, Moses and Elijah were gone, and they saw only Jesus. “And when they looked up, Moses and Elijah were gone, and they saw only Jesus.” In the end, regardless of what we have thought, […]
How You Live Speaks So Loudly, We Can’t Hear What You Say
1 Peter 2:12 NLTBe careful to live properly among your unbelieving neighbors. Then even if they accuse you of doing wrong, they will see your honorable behavior, and they will give honor to God when he judges the world. There is no greater witness to our unbelieving neighbors than a life lived in God’s will […]
Hopeful or Anxious? What is the Condition of Your Heart? Your Words Reveal the Truth
Matthew 15:10-11 NLTThen Jesus called to the crowd to come and hear. “Listen,” he said, “and try to understand. It’s not what goes into your mouth that defiles you; you are defiled by the words that come out of your mouth.” “But the words you speak come from the heart — that’s what defiles you.” […]
Sick and Tired of Your Troubles? Believe it or Not, They Provide an Opportunity for Great Joy
James 1:2-4 NLTDear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing […]
Do You Feel Defeated by the “Thick of Thin Things?” This Change in Thinking Will Free You
Acts 15:7-11 NLTAt the meeting, after a long discussion, Peter stood and addressed them as follows: “Brothers, you all know that God chose me from among you some time ago to preach to the Gentiles so that they could hear the Good News and believe. God knows people’s hearts, and he confirmed that he accepts […]
Even When You are Discouraged, Jesus is Working
‘John the Baptist, who was in prison, heard about all the things the Messiah was doing. So he sent his disciples to ask Jesus, “Are you the Messiah we’ve been expecting, or should we keep looking for someone else?” Jesus told them, “Go back to John and tell him what you have heard and seen— […]
Who is the Best Prospect For Our Message? The Person Seeking Our Message
‘Don’t carry a traveler’s bag with a change of clothes and sandals or even a walking stick. Don’t hesitate to accept hospitality, because those who work deserve to be fed. “Don’t take any money in your money belts—no gold, silver, or even copper coins. Heal the sick, raise the dead, cure those with leprosy, and […]
Our Actions Tell the Truth about What is in Our Hearts, What Do Your Actions About Your Heart?
‘Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions. Our actions will show that we belong to the truth, so we will be confident when we stand before God. Even if we feel guilty, God is greater than our feelings, and he knows everything.’ 1 […]
Does Your Life Reflect the Change that Jesus Makes in His Followers?
‘After Jesus left the girl’s home, two blind men followed along behind him, shouting, “Son of David, have mercy on us!” They went right into the house where he was staying, and Jesus asked them, “Do you believe I can make you see?” “Yes, Lord,” they told him, “we do.” Then he touched their eyes […]