By: Ron Hutchcraft *Ron Hutchcraft’s heart for the lost inspires and encourages me to do all within my power to reach everyone I possibly can. Let this article inspire you. Blessings, Ed 😊 I first learned about the United States Life-Saving Service years ago on a family vacation. We got to see a life-saving stationContinue reading “Helping Others Live”
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Addition or Exchange?
“This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!” (2 Corinthians 5:17 NLT) What changes when we become a new creation in Christ Jesus? EVERYTHING! The above verse in the Amplified Translation of the Bible says: “Therefore if anyone is inContinue reading “Addition or Exchange?”
Profession of Faith
“But now God has shown us a way to be made right with Him without keeping the requirements of the law, as was promised in the writings of Moses and the prophets long ago. We are made right with God by placing our faith in Jesus Christ. And this is for everyone who believes, noContinue reading “Profession of Faith”
Destroying Our Love of Sin
“Then Jesus stood up again and said to the woman, ‘Where are your accusers? Didn’t even one of them condemn you?’ ‘No, Lord,’ she said. And Jesus said, ‘Neither do I. Go and sin no more.’” John 8:10-11 NLT) It’s interesting to me though the Lord didn’t say to the woman some version of: “Come,Continue reading “Destroying Our Love of Sin”
When You Pray
“But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.” Matthew 6:6 NLT) Our faith in Jesus, while very personal, should never be private. Prayer on the other hand, while it certainly can and should beContinue reading “When You Pray”
Love Perseveres
“Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.” (1 Corinthians 13:7 NLT) Have you ever wanted to quit, give up, throw in the towel? I sure have and I suspect you have also. Life is tiring, struggle is hard, people are difficult, and circumstances can wear us down.Continue reading “Love Perseveres”
My “Imaginary” Friend
“Eight days later the disciples were together again, and this time Thomas was with them. The doors were locked; but suddenly, as before, Jesus was standing among them. ‘Peace be with you,’ He said. Then He said to Thomas, ‘Put your finger here, and look at My hands. Put your hand into the wound inContinue reading “My “Imaginary” Friend”
Where Are You Headed? (Part 2)
“But to all who believed Him and accepted Him, He gave the right to become children of God. They are reborn – not with a physical birth resulting from human passion or plan, but a birth that comes from God.” (John 1:12-13 NLT) The fact that Jesus lived and died on earth is easily verifiableContinue reading “Where Are You Headed? (Part 2)”
A Life of Substance
“And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow Him. Let your roots grow down into Him and let your lives be built on Him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.” (Colossians 2:6-7 NLT) Substance speaksContinue reading “A Life of Substance”
Who Is a Believer In Christ (Part 2)
“Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, ‘I am the light of the world. If you follow Me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” (John 8:12 NLT) As you may be aware, this is the verse that follows the verse with whichContinue reading “Who Is a Believer In Christ (Part 2)”
Walking With Jesus 