“Some people may contradict our teaching, but these are the wholesome teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. These teachings promote a godly life.” (1 Timothy 6:3 NLT) There is much more to being a follower of Christ than being forgiven. The emphasis of many is what we’re saved “from.” We are delivered from a lifeContinue reading “What Are We Saved To?”
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When God Says “No” – Part 2
“Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away.” (2 Corinthians 12:8a NLT) In yesterday’s post we looked at why God answered Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane “no.” Today we’ll look briefly at how God answered the Apostle Paul’s request for physical healing, using his experience as a springboard into whyContinue reading “When God Says “No” – Part 2”
When God Says “No”
“My Father! If it is possible, let this cup of suffering be taken away from Me.” (Matthew 26:39 NLT) Has God ever said “no” to you when you thought you were asking in complete faith and trust? Have you ever prayed, agonizing in your spirit, begging God to take something: a pain, some form ofContinue reading “When God Says “No”“
What Is Fellowship?
“All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, and to fellowship, and to sharing in meals (including the Lord’s Supper), and to prayer.” (Acts 2:42 NLT) The term “fellowship”is used frequently among believers in Jesus, but I’m afraid we have largely lost sight of its meaning. We say things like: “Let’s meet up atContinue reading “What Is Fellowship?”
Whatever Became of Common Sense?
“The words of the godly encourage many, but fools are destroyed by their lack of common sense.” (Proverbs 10:21 NLT) It seems to me that common sense isn’t very common these days. My sense is that even some who read this post may not even understand what it is. So, let me first give aContinue reading “Whatever Became of Common Sense?”
The Splendor of His Coming
“And in the future you will see the Son of Man seated in the place of power at God’s right hand and coming on the clouds of heaven.” (Matthew 26:64NLT) How often do you think about Jesus’ second coming? And when you do, how do you view it? Does it frighten you? Encourage you? HaveContinue reading “The Splendor of His Coming”
Prove It!
“Prove by the way you live that you have repented of your sins and turned to God.” (Matthew 3:8 NLT) Perhaps you’ve heard the old adage: “The proof is in the pudding.” What does that mean? It means if you’re going to brag about your pudding, it’d better taste good. The same is true ofContinue reading “Prove It!”
Making Room for Jesus
“He said to himself, ‘What should I do? I don’t have room for all my crops.’” (Luke 12:17 NLT) As Americans, we tend to live very crowded lives. Down time is rare, but when it happens, it’s often difficult to decide what to cram into the void. It’s as though we’re geared to be activeContinue reading “Making Room for Jesus”
What Is Temptation?
“Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away.” (James 1:14 NLT) Temptation can and often does lead to sin, but temptation itself is not sin. Jesus was tempted, but He never yielded. Today I’d like for us to look at what the Bible teaches about temptation. Temptation literally means: “anContinue reading “What Is Temptation?”
Surrounded by Suffering
“We sent him to strengthen you, to encourage you in your faith, and to keep you from being shaken by the troubles you were going through. But you know we are destined for such troubles.” (1 Thessalonians 3:2b-3 NLT) We often get tripped up in our faith by the troubles and trials we face. But JesusContinue reading “Surrounded by Suffering”
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