Romans 12
Was the American Revolution Biblical? A Thoughtful Look at Both Sides
Was the American Revolution a righteous cause rooted in biblical truth, or did it violate God’s command to submit to authority? This post explores both perspectives using NASB Scripture, offering biblical reflection and practical steps for living faithfully in any political climate while glorifying God in obedience, humility, and wisdom.
How Do We Handle Our Thinking With Those Who May Not See Scripture The Same Way We Do?
‘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 […]
Who Are You Looking To For The Wisdom You Apply To Your Life?
‘Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart, do not be arrogant and so lie against the truth. This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is […]
What Is Shaping Your Life? Renew Your Mind and Reflect Christ
“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…” — Romans 12:1–2 (NASB) In a […]
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 […]
When You Find Yourself In Trouble, Which Way Do You Go? Where Do You Turn?
‘Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. ‘ John 14:6 We’ve all been there. We find ourselves at the end of our ropes. We find ourselves in trouble again. And the only place to look for the person who put us […]
A Call To Christian Community, The Lost Art Of Hospitality
“The end of the world is coming soon. Therefore, be earnest and disciplined in your prayers. Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins. Cheerfully share your home with those who need a meal or a place to stay. God has given each of […]
How Are Looking At Those Around You That You Consider Your Enemies? This Could Change Your View.
‘ “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’ But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat […]
What In The World Is Going On With This World?
‘ “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid. Remember what I told you: I am going away, but I will come back to you again. If you really loved me, you would be […]
The Proper Response Of A Submitted Heart Before The Lord
‘And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but […]
Who Are You Voting For? And Does It Matter?
Ephesians 6:12 NIVFor our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. We have election day coming up in a couple of days. The mailboxes are full of political messages from […]
Letters To Leaders – Truth, And Conviction
‘The goal of this command is love, which comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith. Some have departed from these and have turned to meaningless talk. They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not know what they are talking about or what they so confidently […]
Freedom – Life In The Flesh
‘It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. ‘ Galatians 5:1 Pastor Jeremy Smith continued the sermon series Freedom today at Crosspoint Church in Niceville, Florida. Here are the posts from the previous messages in this sermon […]
At The End Of Our Lives, It Will Be The Quality Of Our Relationships That Will Matter Most!
1 Timothy 6:12 NLTFight the good fight for the true faith. Hold tightly to the eternal life to which God has called you, which you have declared so well before many witnesses. From the minute we are born, and God graciously gives us our first breath, we are in a battle. I’ve heard it said […]
Why Two Steps Forward And Three Steps Back Will Leave You Empty, Keep The Progress That You Have Worked So Hard For!
Philippians 3:12-16 NLTI 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 […]