“Yet what we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory He will reveal to us later. For all creation is waiting eagerly for that future day when God will reveal who His children really are.” (Romans 8:18-19 NLT) At first glance we may look at the verses above and think: “Finally, I’ll know I’veContinue reading “Expectation”
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It’s Even Better Than You Thought
“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip His people to do every good work.”Continue reading “It’s Even Better Than You Thought”
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”
Cowards
“But cowards, unbelievers, the corrupt, murderers, the immoral, those who practice witchcraft, idol worshipers, and all liars – their fate is in the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8 NLT) Cowards aren’t cowards because they have fear, they’re cowards because they let their fear prevent them from doing whatContinue reading “Cowards”
Where Do We Draw the Line?
“In the same way, encourage the young men to live wisely. And you yourself must be an example to them by doing good works of every kind. Let everything you do reflect the integrity and seriousness of your teaching. Teach the truth so that your teaching can’t be criticized. Then those who oppose us willContinue reading “Where Do We Draw the Line?”
God’s Covenant With You
*As I do each 15th of the month, I’m devoting today to a devotional by Sylvia Gunter. Sylvia is woman after God’s own heart, so listen carefully to God’s heart as you read. Blessings, Ed 😊 Thus says God the LORD, Who created the heavens and stretched them out, Who spread forth the earth andContinue reading “God’s Covenant With You”
What Is True!
“I am the true grapevine, and My Father is the gardener, He cuts off every branch of Mine that doesn’t produce fruit, and He prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they well produce even more.” (John 15:1-2 NLT) Knowing WHAT is true begins to unfold when we meet the One who is theContinue reading “What Is True!”
Four Steps to Strengthening Your Worldview (Part 3)
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” (Romans 12:2 NIV) *Please read carefully this third teaching by Pastor Rick Warren on the subject of our Worldview. This is the only time in the four years of offering this blog that I’ve dedicated three straightContinue reading “Four Steps to Strengthening Your Worldview (Part 3)”
The Power of Promise
“So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6 NLT) The power of a promise rests in the life of the one who makes the promise. As childrenContinue reading “The Power of Promise”