“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take. Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil. Then you will have healing for your bodyContinue reading “Pessimism”
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The Best Part of Heaven (Part 2)
“Therefore, 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 keeping ourContinue reading “The Best Part of Heaven (Part 2)”
The Best Part of Heaven
“I want to know Christ and experience the mighty power that raised Him from the dead. I want to suffer with Him, sharing in His death, so that one way or another I will experience the resurrection from the dead!” (Philippians 3:10-11 NLT) How do you really know anyone? You can watch every movie inContinue reading “The Best Part of Heaven”
The Fundamentals
“When Jesus heard this, He was amazed. Turning to the crowd that was following Him, He said, ‘I tell you, I haven’t seen faith like this in all Israel!’” (Luke 7:9 NLT) What is the essential ingredient without which no one will see God? According to Hebrews 11:6 it’s faith! Why is faith so foundationalContinue reading “The Fundamentals”
Do You Long to Go to Heaven?
“And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come.” (Matthew 24:14 NLT) If the evangelization of the world was up to you, how would you do it? What about reaching those in your country? Your state? YourContinue reading “Do You Long to Go to Heaven?”
Evidence That Demands a Verdict
“Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from His love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? (Philippians 2:1 NLT) My wife and I enjoy watching crime dramas on TV. Blue Bloods is our favorite, and as we watch an episode, we find ourselves making predictions asContinue reading “Evidence That Demands a Verdict”
Gratitude
“Then Elisha summoned Gehazi. ‘Call the child’s mother!’ he said. And when she came in, Elisha said, ‘Here, take your son!” She fell at his feet and bowed before him, overwhelmed with gratitude. Then she took her son in her arms and carried him downstairs.” (2 Kings 4:36-37 NLT) While pastoring I met a manContinue reading “Gratitude”
Independence Day
“Jesus said to the people who believed in Him, ‘You are truly My disciples if you remain faithful to My teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.’” (John 8:31-32 NLT) In the USA July 4th is the day we commemorate the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified onContinue reading “Independence Day”
What Story Are You Telling Yourself?
“Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit. So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace.” (Romans 8:5-6 NLT) EveryoneContinue reading “What Story Are You Telling Yourself?”
The Life Only God Can Produce
“For God wanted them to know that the riches, and glory of Christ are for you Gentiles, too. And this is the secret: Christ lives in you. This gives you assurance of sharing His glory.” (Colossians 1:27 NLT) When I was newly married I had very little money, so it wasn’t unusual for the gasContinue reading “The Life Only God Can Produce”
Walking With Jesus 