“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?”
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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”
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”
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”
Lost But Looking Found
*This very frightening message from Ron Hutchcraft should raise our desire to allow the Spirit to search our hearts to verify what we say we believe is what we’re actually living. Blessings, Ed 😊 Occasionally I see this bumper sticker that says, “I brake for antique shops.” I’m not a bumper sticker guy, but IContinue reading “Lost But Looking Found”
An Infinite God
“He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds. He counts the stars and calls them all by name. How great is our Lord! His power is absolute! His understanding is beyond comprehension!” (Psalm 147:3-5 NLT) Most of us struggle to wrap our minds around the enormity of our God’s capacity to care, to understand, andContinue reading “An Infinite God”
Struggles
“This is why we work hard and continue to struggle, for our hope is in the living God, who is the Savior of all people and particularly of all believers.” (1 Timothy 4:10 NLT) A few points of clarification before we continue. First, Paul’s struggle wasn’t to gain hope or to meet the demands ofContinue reading “Struggles”
Ignoring, Postponing, and Dying
*Please let these powerful words of Ron Hutchcraft speak to and challenge you as they did me. Each of us has those in our spheres of influence who need this vital message. Blessings, Ed 😊 Our plane was racing down the runway, preparing to take off from Nashville. I was so exhausted, I was alreadyContinue reading “Ignoring, Postponing, and Dying”
Another Look at Hebrews 6:4-6 (Part 2)
“For it is impossible to bring back to repentance those who were once enlightened – those who have experienced the good things of heaven and shared in the Holy Spirit, who have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the power of the age to come – and who then turn away fromContinue reading “Another Look at Hebrews 6:4-6 (Part 2)”
Another Look at Hebrews 6:4-6
“For it is impossible to bring back to repentance those who were once enlightened – those who have experienced the good things of heaven and shared in the Holy Spirit, who have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the power of the age to come – and who then turn away fromContinue reading “Another Look at Hebrews 6:4-6”
