Faith
The Way We Look At Others Will Be The Way Our Heavenly Father Looks At Us
Romans 14:10-13 NLTSo why do you condemn another believer? Why do you look down on another believer? Remember, we will all stand before the judgment seat of God. For the Scriptures say, “‘As surely as I live,’ says the LORD, ‘every knee will bend to me, and every tongue will declare allegiance to God.’” Yes, […]
It Is Important To Do Something With What You Have Before You Start Arguing About What You Think Is Being Taken From You
Romans 13:1-2 NLTEveryone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God. So anyone who rebels against authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and they will be punished. In light of the Coronavirus and the stay in place orders, […]
What Good Is It To Have Zeal If You Are Headed In The Wrong Direction?
Romans 10:1-4 NLTDear brothers and sisters, the longing of my heart and my prayer to God is for the people of Israel to be saved. I know what enthusiasm they have for God, but it is misdirected zeal. For they don’t understand God’s way of making people right with himself. Refusing to accept God’s way, […]
Don’t Fight Against The Challenges Your Face, Embrace Them As Opportunities For Great Joy!
Luke 21:33-36 NLTHeaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never disappear. “Watch out! Don’t let your hearts be dulled by carousing and drunkenness, and by the worries of this life. Don’t let that day catch you unaware, like a trap. For that day will come upon everyone living on the earth. Keep alert […]
Embrace The Challenges That You Face, Turn To God And Persevere!
James 5:7-9 NLTDear brothers and sisters, be patient as you wait for the Lord’s return. Consider the farmers who patiently wait for the rains in the fall and in the spring. They eagerly look for the valuable harvest to ripen. You, too, must be patient. Take courage, for the coming of the Lord is near. […]
The Trials We Face Are To Build Us Up, Not Tear Us Down. Welcome The Trials, They Will End In Joy!
James 4:7-10 NLTSo humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world. Let there be tears for what you have done. Let […]
Are You Willing To Suffer Temporary Hardship For Permanent Joy-filled Gain?
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 […]
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 […]
“We Achieve Victory Through Our Faith!”
1 John 5:1-5 NLTEveryone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has become a child of God. And everyone who loves the Father loves his children, too. We know we love God’s children if we love God and obey his commandments. Loving God means keeping his commandments, and his commandments are not burdensome. For every […]
Things Are Not Always What They Seem, Things Are Always Working To Glorify God
Acts 28:3-6 NLTAs Paul gathered an armful of sticks and was laying them on the fire, a poisonous snake, driven out by the heat, bit him on the hand. The people of the island saw it hanging from his hand and said to each other, “A murderer, no doubt! Though he escaped the sea, justice […]
Is My Life Being Lived In Faithfulness To My Belief In Jesus Christ?
Luke 12:29-31 NLT“And don’t be concerned about what to eat and what to drink. Don’t worry about such things. These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers all over the world, but your Father already knows your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and he will give you everything you need. Where is […]
What Promise Are Your Building Your Life Upon? There Is Only One Promise That Matters!
2 Peter 3:9-10 NLTThe Lord isn’t really being slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent. But the day of the Lord will come as unexpectedly as a thief. Then the heavens will pass […]
“Can All Your Worries Add A Single Moment To Your Life?”
Luke 12:22-26 NLTThen, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. For life is more than food, and your body more than clothing. Look at the ravens. They don’t plant or harvest or store […]
“Stand Firm Against him, And Be Strong in Your Faith!”
1 Peter 5:8-9 NLTStay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. Stand firm against him, and be strong in your faith. Remember that your family of believers all over the world is going through the same kind of suffering you are. […]
Are You Suffering From Poor Results In Your Life? It May Be Time To Check Your Thoughts
Luke 11:3 NLTGive us each day the food we need, *Special Note: I wrote this at the beginning of the Covid19 pandemic, for reference to my thinking. Where is my faith? Have I been out in the stores stocking up just in case? God’s people have faced many situations where food was scarce, but God […]