“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 3:23 NLT) What do you have today you wouldn’t have had it not been given to you? Think of all the gifts you’ve received over the years, most of which you’ve forgotten aboutContinue reading “The Gift We Could Never Afford”
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Feeling Powerless?
“Jesus knew what they were thinking, so He asked them, ‘Why do you have such evil thoughts in your hearts? Is it easier to say “Your sins are forgiven,” or “Stand up and walk”? So I will prove to you that the Son of Man has the authority on earth to forgive sins.” Then JesusContinue reading “Feeling Powerless?”
Unforgiveness
“If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins.” (Matthew 6:14-15 NLT) Isn’t it almost comical how quickly we want to receive forgiveness, but how reluctant we are to offer it? And yes, of course, itContinue reading “Unforgiveness”
Acceptance
“And the leaders of the church had nothing to add to what I was preaching. (By the way, their reputation as great leaders made no difference to me, for God has no favorites.)” (Galatians 2:6 NLT) We sometimes wonder why God allows all that goes on in our world, much behind closed doors or inContinue reading “Acceptance”
Learning From Mistakes?
“But some of the teachers of religious law who were sitting there thought to themselves, ‘What is He saying? This is blasphemy! Only God can forgive sins!’” (Mark 2:6-7 NLT) Why is it so hard for us to learn from our mistakes? Some mistakes are okay to learn the hard way, but missing who JesusContinue reading “Learning From Mistakes?”
The Romans 7 “Christian”
“And I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my sinful nature. I want to do what is right, but I can’t. I want to do what is good, but I don’t. I don’t want to do what is wrong, but I do it anyway. But if I do what I don’tContinue reading “The Romans 7 “Christian””
When Jesus Becomes Precious
“When Jesus heard this, He said, ‘Healthy people don’t need a doctor – sick people do.’ Then He added, ‘Now go and learn the meaning of this Scripture: “I want you to show mercy, not offer sacrifices.” For I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know theyContinue reading “When Jesus Becomes Precious”
God Warns Us Far In Advance
“Long ago I told you what was going to happen. Then suddenly I took action, and all My predictions came true. For I know how stubborn and obstinate you are. Your necks are as unbending as iron. Your heads are as hard as bronze. That is why I told you what would happen; I toldContinue reading “God Warns Us Far In Advance”
What’s He Doing?
“Your enemy is coming to crush you, Nineveh. Man the ramparts! Watch the roads! Prepare your defenses! Call out your forces! Even though the destroyer has destroyed Judah, the Lord will restore its honor. Israel’s vine has been stripped of branches, but He will restore its splendor.” (Nahum 2:1-2 NLT) Ninevah was the “crown jewel”Continue reading “What’s He Doing?”
Temporal or Eternal?
“And what do you benefit if your gain the whole world but lose your own soul? Is anything worth more than your soul?” (Matthew 16:26 NLT) Being human beings, having flesh and blood, having appetites and longings that draw us to the world and the things of the world, create a hard sell when itContinue reading “Temporal or Eternal?”
Walking With Jesus 