“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) The bridge to forgiveness is wide and inclusive, but when we refuse to forgive others the way onto that bridge is blocked to us.Continue reading “The Bridge to Forgiveness”
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Your Bible Version Matters
By: John Stonestreet and Andrew Carico *In the frightening world in which we find ourselves, reading the Bible isn’t enough, we must now be careful WHICH BIBLE we read. I found this article helpful and I pray you do also. Blessings, Ed 😊 Two recent news stories point to the crisis of biblical literacy, notContinue reading “Your Bible Version Matters”
“Carnal” Christian?
“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. For the sinful natureContinue reading ““Carnal” Christian?”
The Church and the Gospel
“Since God in His wisdom saw to it that the world would never know Him through human wisdom, He has used our foolish preaching to save those who believe.” (1 Corinthians 1:21 NLT) What comes to mind when you think of “preaching”? The word Paul used above that is translated “preaching” means: “that which isContinue reading “The Church and the Gospel”
Loving People Well
By: Stephany Frederick *Every week Ray Majoran features someone who is using their artistic talents to glorify the Lord, to share a picture and their thoughts. Stephany’s thoughts were just too good not to share. Enjoy. Blessings, Ed 😊 The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; theyContinue reading “Loving People Well”
Helping Others Live
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”
Do You Believe in Prayer? (Part 2)
“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.” (Romans 8:5 NLT) As we’ve discussed in previous articles, the issue isn’t simply salvation from sin, it’s deliverance from death. The issue at stake in whether weContinue reading “Do You Believe in Prayer? (Part 2)”
Do You Believe in Prayer?
“One day soon afterward Jesus went up on a mountain to pray, and He prayed to God all night. At daybreak He called together all of His disciples and chose twelve of them to be apostles.” (Luke 6:12-13a NLT) Prayer is not an easy process to learn or to maintain. It’s a discipline that mustContinue reading “Do You Believe in Prayer?”
Money
“Wisdom is even better when you have money. Both are a benefit as you go through life. Wisdom and money can get you almost anything, but only wisdom can save your life.” (Ecclesiastes 7:11-12 NLT) Paul’s words in 1 Timothy 6:9-10 often surface at any discussion of money when he writes: “but people who longContinue reading “Money”
How to Live in Light of Eternity
By: Rick Warren *This helpful article by Rick Warren comes from the heart of God and should be taken to heart by each of us. Please read with an ear to the Father’s heart. Blessings, Ed 😊 “For as you know Him better, He will give you, through His great power, everything you need forContinue reading “How to Live in Light of Eternity”
Walking With Jesus 