“You didn’t choose Me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask for, using My name. This is My command: Love each other.” (John 15:16-17 NLT) What I will share with you today will be understood and believed by many ofContinue reading “Eternal Security”
Tag Archives: Jesus
He’s All We Need!
“At the moment I have all I need – and more! I am generously supplied with the gifts you sent me with Epaphroditus. They are a sweet-smelling sacrifice that is acceptable and pleasing to God. And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from His glorious riches, which haveContinue reading “He’s All We Need!”
God’s Promises
“For all of God’s promises have been fulfilled in Christ with a resounding ‘Yes!’ And through Christ, our ‘Amen’ (which means ‘Yes’) ascends to God for His glory.” (2 Corinthians 1:20 NLT) What is a promise? According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary it is: “a declaration that one will do or refrain from doing something specified;Continue reading “God’s Promises”
The Beauty of God’s Kingdom
“We prove ourselves by our purity, our understanding, our patience, our kindness, by the Holy Spirit within us, and by our sincere love.” (2 Corinthians 6:6 NLT) What is the most attractive, appealing, yes, most beautiful aspect of God’s Kingdom to you? Realizing God’s Kingdom is God’s sovereign rule over all creation, both in theContinue reading “The Beauty of God’s Kingdom”
When Eternity Touched Earth
“So the Word became human and made His home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen His glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.” (John 1:14 NLT) As “the glory of the Father’s one and only Son” is celebrated today, please take a moment toContinue reading “When Eternity Touched Earth”
Wishing You a Christ-centered Christmas!
“Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others – the armies of heaven – praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.’” (Luke 2:13-14 NLT) Is God pleased with you this Christmas? Are you at peace? Or are youContinue reading “Wishing You a Christ-centered Christmas!”
The Saddest Words in a Christmas Carol
“I am leaving you with a gift – peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” (John 14:27 NLT) Christmas was not a happy time for this man. His country was embroiled in a war he hated, from which hisContinue reading “The Saddest Words in a Christmas Carol”
Born in a Barn
*Today’s article by Janel Breitenstein not only helps us see the Christmas story more clearly but enables us to better understand it in the context of our personal lives, especially if we’re married. Blessings, Ed 😊 I grew up on a small, tidy farm. There was a rustling green for acres, the mottled red ofContinue reading “Born in a Barn”
God’s Presence Carries Purpose
“I planted the seed in your hearts, and Apollos watered it, but it was God who made it grow. It’s not important who does the planting, or who does the watering. What’s important is that God makes the seed grow. The one who plants and the one who waters work together with the same purpose.Continue reading “God’s Presence Carries Purpose”
Where to Find Peace of Mind This Christmas
*Please be blessed and inspired by this powerful message by Pastor Rick Warren. “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him.” (Romans 15:13 NLT) Where do you go for peace if you don’t have God in your life? Where do you findContinue reading “Where to Find Peace of Mind This Christmas”
Walking With Jesus 