Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. (Ephesians 1:3 NIV) Why is it that we tend to think of God’s blessings in the material sense? When things are going our way and God answers our prayers, Read More
Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. (Colossians 3:13 NIV) God has set the example. Because He has forgiven us, we are called to forgive others. When we refuse to extend forgiveness to those who have offended us, we
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Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. (Ephesians 4:32 NIV) Forgiveness is the cornerstone of the salvation message. Although we are commanded to forgive others, sometimes it is nearly impossible to do so. If you struggle with this, you’re not alone. Start with acknowledging how
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. (Romans 12:2 NIV) Living a godly life is impossible without God. He is the One who has given us
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As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.” (1 Peter 1:14-16 NIV) Why do we tend to shrink back from
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad. (2 Corinthians 5:10 NIV) Death is a taboo subject in our society. We act as if we are immortal. Yet, it’s
A while ago, I was thinking about my relationship with my Lord and Savior. It has changed a lot in the last year or so. We have become closer, very close. I was reading a book about strengthening your relationship with the Lord. It was enlightening and comforting. As I looked at some pictures of
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For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45 NIV) Although Jesus was God in the flesh, He never flaunted His authority or lorded it over others. Instead, Jesus came into this world to serve and give
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For those who find me, find life and receive favor from the Lord. But those who fail to find me harm themselves; all who hate me love death.” (Proverbs 8:35-36 NIV) As is the case with all of us, Lisa yearned to be loved. She tried to earn the love she so desperately craved. Unfortunately,
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My body sometimes feels sore, but God gives me the strength to carry on. I may not sleep at night, but God opens my eyes to see His glorious day. My wallet may not be full, but God provides for my needs. My life is not perfect by any means, but my life is full,
