Galatians 5
Don’t Let The Troubles You See In Front Of You Steal The Joy That God Has Intended For You
Colossians 3:13-15 NLTMake allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one […]
Does Your Life Reflect The Greatest Love To Those Around You? If Not, It Could Be What You Are Taking In
John 15:13 NLTThere is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. There is not one single verse that produces more tears in my eyes than this one. I find it interesting that God has put this verse on my heart today to write about and ponder, especially being Memorial Day […]
When We Feel Like We Have Come To The End Of Ourselves, Praise God Because Now Is The Time For Him To Show Up
Philippians 1:11 NLTMay you always be filled with the fruit of your salvation—the righteous character produced in your life by Jesus Christ— for this will bring much glory and praise to God. WOW… The definitive nature of the Word of God is fascinating to me. “Always,” “Never stop,” “in all circumstances” in the following example. […]
The Greatest Sacrifice You Will Make Is To Lay Your Life Down For A Friend, This Is True Love!
James 2:8 NLTYes indeed, it is good when you obey the royal law as found in the Scriptures: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” I’ve been trying to post an encouraging word on Facebook since we face an unprecedented situation with this virus. So I’ll occasionally scroll the feed, and I come across some posts that […]
There Is A Source Of Information That Should Direct Your Heart In Every Way, Are You Connected To It?
Psalm 119:2 NLTJoyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts. If there is one chapter in the Bible for me that brings me great joy, and along with great conviction at the same time, it would be Psalm 119. “Joyful are those who obey the laws and search […]
The Key To Fruit In Our Lives Is A Direct Result Of Our Obedience To The Lord
John 15:10-13 NLTWhen you obey my commandments, you remain in my love, just as I obey my Father’s commandments and remain in his love. I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow! This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way […]
You Know You Know The Word Of God When You Live The Word Of God
John 8:47 NLTAnyone who belongs to God listens gladly to the words of God. But you don’t listen because you don’t belong to God.” I read some verses that bring joy to my heart and strike fear in my heart at the same time. This is one of those verses. There is no doubt in […]
We Are Made To Encourage And To Be Encouraged. What Do You Need More Of?
Romans 1:12 NLTWhen we get together, I want to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours. Am I balanced with regards to my spiritual needs? Am I steeped in my problems, or do I experience deep hope in the power of my Lord? I love this verse! In […]
Care for the flock that God has entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly—not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God.
1 Peter 5:2-4 NLTCare for the flock that God has entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly—not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God. Don’t lord it over the people assigned to your care, but lead them by your own good example. And when […]
There Is A Danger In Comparing Your Life Against Another; There Is Only One Scale That Counts
James 3:13-18 NLTIf you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you are bitterly jealous and there is selfish ambition in your heart, don’t cover up the truth with boasting and lying. For jealousy and selfishness are […]
If You Are Looking For Life-Changing Information, Pick Up Your Bible
Revelation 7:17 NLTFor the Lamb on the throne will be their Shepherd. He will lead them to springs of life-giving water. And God will wipe every tear from their eyes.” “He will lead them to springs of life-giving water. And God will wipe every tear from their eyes.” What a great promise… God chooses us; […]
The Source of True Wisdom Has Only One Source: Let It Fill Your Life
James 3:13 NLTIf you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom. If you are looking for assurance of your salvation, start searching your thoughts, words, and actions. Follow this closely by an examination of the motive behind these thoughts, […]
Is Your Life Bearing the Right Kind of Fruit? If Not, It May Be Time For a Change of Heart
Matthew 22:1-14 NLTJesus also told them other parables. He said, “The Kingdom of Heaven can be illustrated by the story of a king who prepared a great wedding feast for his son. When the banquet was ready, he sent his servants to notify those who were invited. But they all refused to come! “So he […]
One Step Forward and Two Steps Back? Frustrating Right?
‘And when people escape from the wickedness of the world by knowing our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and then get tangled up and enslaved by sin again, they are worse off than before. It would be better if they had never known the way to righteousness than to know it and then reject the […]