For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. (Hebrews 4:15 NIV) We all face temptation. It’s comforting to know that even Jesus was tempted, just as we are. Read More
No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. (1 Corinthians 10:13 NIV) There is good news and bad
But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. (Ephesians 2:4-5 NIV) Sin causes death, physical as well as spiritual. Sin separates and alienates us from God. However, when we were
So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. (Galatians 5:16 NIV) When we come to accept Jesus as our personal Lord and Savior, we are given a new nature—a spiritual one. Unfortunately, we still have our nature of flesh to deal with. Our nature of flesh
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If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9 NIV) What a great promise! If we confess our sins, God is faithful to forgive us. He will always forgive, regardless of how many times we have committed the same
Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. (Psalm 1:1-2 NIV) Where do you seek wise
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Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others. They all gave out of their wealth, but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on.” (Mark 12:43-44 NIV) Each of us should give what we
But godliness with contentment is great gain. (1 Timothy 6:6 NIV) Are you content with what the Lord has blessed you with, or do you often fantasize about winning the lottery? What would you buy first? Would you take all of the money at once or monthly payments? Would you continue to work or tell
“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be
“His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’ (Matthew 25:21 NIV) Fear can cripple and paralyze. Fear of failure or the future can lead to financial mismanagement. Jesus told a parable
