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The Christian Life Is A Team Sport, There Is No Reward For Solo Flyers!
Hebrews 12:1-2 NLTTherefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by […]
Our Greatest Spiritual Growth Will Come From Our Challenges With Others
Hebrews 10:24-25 NLTLet us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near. As a Christian, living in other people’s presence is an […]
Are You Ready To Give Your Account?
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. On occasion, there are verses that, for some reason, I can’t shake. These verses pop off the […]
There Is One Place That We Can Go That Will Provide ALL The Answers We Need For A Successful Life
2 Timothy 3:16-17 NLTAll Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do […]
When We Focus Our Minds On What Is True, The Results Will Be Devine
2 Timothy 2:22-26 NLTRun from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts. Again I say, don’t get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights. A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must […]
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 […]