2 Timothy 2
There Are No Political Solutions To Our Spiritual Problems, And All Of Our Problems Are Spiritual Problems
‘Then they *sent some of the Pharisees and Herodians to Him in order to trap Him in a statement. They came and *said to Him, “Teacher, we know that You are truthful and do not care what anyone thinks; for You are not partial to anyone, but You teach the way of God in truth. […]
How Is Your Attitude?
The content reflects on spiritual growth and humility, emphasizing perseverance in faith as inspired by Apostle Paul’s teachings. The author shares personal experiences of spiritual reflection during workouts, the encouragement received through writing, and the challenges posed by differing interpretations of faith. It highlights the importance of love, patience, and not judging others’ righteousness, while promoting active engagement in church communities and open-hearted interactions. The message concludes with a prayer for wisdom, patience, and seeing others with compassion, urging readers to focus on personal faith amidst a divided world.
What Is Shaping Your Life?
‘Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what […]
The Three C’s That Destroy Any Hope For True Spiritual Growth
‘But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Now those who belong to Christ Jesus crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live by the Spirit, let’s follow the Spirit as well. Let’s not become boastful, challenging […]
Do You Compare Yourself To Others? This Could Be The Kiss Of Death To Any True Growth In Your Life.
”For we do not presume to rank or compare ourselves with some of those who commend themselves; but when they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they have no understanding.“ 2 Corinthians 10:12 One of the most dangerous things we can do in our Christian walk, or any area of our lives, […]
A Critical Spirit Will Limit What We Can Do For God’s Glory. Do You Suffer From This Debilitating Spirit?
”You know this, my beloved brothers and sisters. Now everyone must be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger; for a man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness of God. Therefore, ridding yourselves of all filthiness and all that remains of wickedness, in humility receive the word implanted, which is able […]
Will There Ever Be Unity In The Church Before Jesus Returns? Pride Is The One Thing That Will Make It Impossible
‘Not that I have already grasped it all or have already become perfect, but I press on if I may also take hold of that for which I was even taken hold of by Christ Jesus. Brothers and sisters, I do not regard myself as having taken hold of it yet; but one thing I […]
I Almost Died On New Year’s Eve, 12/31/2023, What I Learned Over The Last Week.
I will give thanks to You, because I am awesomely and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Your works, And my soul knows it very well. Psalms 139:14 At 5 AM on Sunday, New Year’s Eve, I asked my wife, Tracy, to help me out of bed. I couldn’t get up. She got me on my feet. […]
If You Are Not Moving Forward In Your Walk Of Faith, You Are Moving Backward. We Must Hold On To The Progress We Have Already Made.
“I don’t mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me. No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and […]
There Is Only One Way To Know What You Are Listening To Is True; You Need To Know The Truth To Know What’s False!
‘ “Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. A good tree cannot bear […]
Don’t Take The Broad Gate; There Is Only One Gate Worth Entering. Have You Chosen Your Gate?
‘ “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. ‘ Matthew 7:13-14 Some verses in the Bible bring me chills […]
When Is The Right Time To Judge Another Person? How The Way You Judge Others May Be Wrong.
‘ “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in […]
There Are No Political Solutions To Spiritual Problems
‘When the people saw him do this miraculous sign, they exclaimed, “Surely, he is the Prophet we have been expecting!” When Jesus saw that they were ready to force him to be their king, he slipped away into the hills by himself. ‘ John 6:14-15 I don’t know about you, but I find it difficult […]
Love Is Love… Right?
‘Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is […]
How To Handle Difficult People?
‘Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. ‘ 2 Timothy 2:15 “Do your best…” This is one of those phrases that we hear all the time. We listen to it at work, on the […]