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Are We Willing To Sacrifice Everything To The One Who Gave Everything For Us?
Matthew 19:16-19 NLTSomeone came to Jesus with this question: “Teacher, what good deed must I do to have eternal life?” “Why ask me about what is good?” Jesus replied. “There is only One who is good. But to answer your question—if you want to receive eternal life, keep the commandments.” “Which ones?” the man asked. […]
With New Found Faith In Jesus, Your Life Will Change
1 Peter 4:3-5 NLTYou have had enough in the past of the evil things that godless people enjoy—their immorality and lust, their feasting and drunkenness and wild parties, and their terrible worship of idols. Of course, your former friends are surprised when you no longer plunge into the flood of wild and destructive things they […]
Let The Lord Have All Of You; He Sees Everything Anyways
Psalm 139:23-24 NLTSearch me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life. For a Christian, the verses above are an essential heart posture. Over the past couple of years, I have committed to […]
Our Response To The Unbelievers Around Us, May Help Save Their Souls
Acts 26:19 NLT“And so, King Agrippa, I obeyed that vision from heaven. After Jesus inserted Himself into Paul’s life, Paul did what is next in the life of every true believer, and he obeyed. Acts 26:20-23 NLTI preached first to those in Damascus, then in Jerusalem and throughout all Judea, and also to the Gentiles, […]
Does Your Life Reflect The Grace And Mercy Of Jesus Christ? Your Witness And Testimony For The Lord Count On It
Acts 26:1 NLTThen Agrippa said to Paul, “You may speak in your defense.” So Paul, gesturing with his hand, started his defense: Aside from Jesus Christ, the next on my list of men in the Bible, I would like to be more like is the Apostle Paul. Next to Jesus Christ, Paul suffered tremendous persecution […]
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 […]
Sometimes our Feelings Can Betray Us, But The Promises Of God Will Never Fail Us
Joshua 22:5 NLTBut be very careful to obey all the commands and the instructions that Moses gave to you. Love the LORD your God, walk in all his ways, obey his commands, hold firmly to him, and serve him with all your heart and all your soul.” “But be very careful to obey all the […]
Are You Getting All You Deserve Out Of Your Job? If You Work For The Lord, He Will See To Your Success
1 Peter 3:15-16 NLTInstead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it. But do this in a gentle and respectful way. Keep your conscience clear. Then if people speak against you, they will be ashamed when they see […]
Is It Possible To Find Heaven On Earth? It All Depends On How You Look At Your Life
John 17:15-19 NLTI’m not asking you to take them out of the world, but to keep them safe from the evil one. They do not belong to this world any more than I do. Make them holy by your truth; teach them your word, which is truth. Just as you sent me into the world, […]
God’s Love For Us Will Be A Reflection Of Our Love For Others, And He Will Give Us Plenty Of Opportunity To Love Others
1 Peter 3:8-17 NLTFinally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you. Instead, pay them back with a blessing. That is what God has […]
Where We Put Our Treasure Is Where We Put Our Heart, Is That In Things That Will Last Forever?
Luke 12:13-21 NLTThen someone called from the crowd, “Teacher, please tell my brother to divide our father’s estate with me.” Jesus replied, “Friend, who made me a judge over you to decide such things as that?” Then he said, “Beware! Guard against every kind of greed. Life is not measured by how much you own.” […]
When The Going Gets Tough, The Chosen Get Witnessing With The Faith In Jesus Christ
1 Peter 4:4-6 NLTOf course, your former friends are surprised when you no longer plunge into the flood of wild and destructive things they do. So they slander you. But remember that they will have to face God, who stands ready to judge everyone, both the living and the dead. That is why the Good […]
If You Question Your Salvation, You Are Not Alone. There Is A Way To Know For Sure!
1 Peter 1:2 NLTGod the Father knew you and chose you long ago, and his Spirit has made you holy. As a result, you have obeyed him and have been cleansed by the blood of Jesus Christ. May God give you more and more grace and peace. How do you know if you are saved? […]
Let The Change In Your Life Speak So Loudly That People Can Not Hear What You Say
Acts 22:1-2 NLT“Brothers and esteemed fathers,” Paul said, “listen to me as I offer my defense.” When they heard him speaking in their own language, the silence was even greater. Basically, what Paul is saying here is, “I have people who are witness to these events.” Can I say this? Do I have people who […]
Study And Meditate On This Book Of Instruction, Only Then Will You Prosper And Succeed In All You Do
James 1:6 NLTBut when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, for a person with divided loyalty is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is blown and tossed by the wind. “But when you ask Him, be sure that your faith is in God […]