Submission

PRO.9.10_NLT

The Day Is Approaching That We Will Be Held Accountable For What We Believe, The Question Is Will We Submit Our Hearts To God Or The “god” Of This World?

1 Peter 2:21 NLTFor God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and you must follow in his steps. This verse is one that, I believe, we need to bury deep into our minds and hearts. The day is approaching, where we […]

PRO.9.10_NLT

What A Sensitive World We Live In, Do You Live Up To What Is Expected?

Proverbs 20:22 NLTDon’t say, “I will get even for this wrong.” Wait for the LORD to handle the matter. As a society, we have become very sensitive. We are bent on making sure that everyone gets what they deserve.  And that they get it NOW!! But being a Christian, is that a position that our […]

EPH.6.12_NIV

The Battle Is Waging! Who Do You Think The Enemy Is?

Ephesians 6:12 NLTFor we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. In my lifetime, this is the most divided society that I have ever experienced. People are saying that in the […]

December 7

How Do You Handle Difficult People? Jesus Has A Better Way

2 Timothy 2:23-26 NLTAgain I say, don’t get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights. A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people. Gently instruct those who oppose the truth. Perhaps God will change those people’s hearts, […]

'By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” ' John 13:35

Is There Ever A Time To Take Things Into Your Own Hands? The Answer May Suprise You!

Matthew 5:43-48 NLT“You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven. For he gives his sunlight to both the evil and the good, […]

JHN.13.35

Are You Giving All That You’ve Got? Or Are You Holding Back?

Mark 12:43-44 NLTJesus called his disciples to him and said, “I tell you the truth, this poor widow has given more than all the others who are making contributions. For they gave a tiny part of their surplus, but she, poor as she is, has given everything she had to live on.” Are we giving […]

PSA.23.6_NIV

When Our Focus Is On Our Contribution To The Kingdom of God, He “Will Give You Everything You Need”

Matthew 6:33 NLTSeek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. WOW… what a couple of months we’ve had. The Covid-19 virus swept through and turned the world upside down. We’ve been told to stay in place, wear masks in public places (I’m still creeped […]

PRO.21.2_NLT

Is Your Heart Prepared To Give Your Account To The Lord?

Romans 14:12-13 NLTYes, each of us will give a personal account to God. So let’s stop condemning each other. Decide instead to live in such a way that you will not cause another believer to stumble and fall. First of all, I ask for your forgiveness in advance. This will be a rant today. I […]

MAT.7.7_NIV

There Is Only One Law That When Followed Will Fulfill ALL Other Laws

Matthew 22:36-40 NLT“Teacher, which is the most important commandment in the law of Moses?” Jesus replied, “‘You must love the LORD your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ The entire law and […]

1TH.5.17

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. […]

MIC.6.8_NIV

What Is Your Mission? It Should Be To Hear These Sweet Words When It Is All Over…

Matthew 25:21 NLT“The master was full of praise. ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together! ’ Do you have a personal mission statement? Our Pastor, several months back, spent a weekend preaching on the […]

PSA.139.23_NIV

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 […]

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Being A Christian Is Not Going To Produce An Easy Life, But It Will Produce An Eternally Rewarded Life

John 16:4 NLTYes, I’m telling you these things now, so that when they happen, you will remember my warning. I didn’t tell you earlier because I was going to be with you for a while longer. When we start to make a serious study of the Word of God, we should begin to conclude that […]

MRK.8.35_NIV

There Is Only One Example Worth Following: Jesus Christ

John 13:15 NLTI have given you an example to follow. Do as I have done to you. Jesus was the perfect human being. He lived with no sin. And His life is “the” example for us to model our lives after. Here are some things to consider about the example of Jesus: 1. He prayed […]