Contentment doesn't depend on what we have or what we lack; it is found in Jesus alone. Hebrews 13:5-6 Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said,“Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”So we say with confidence,“The Lord is my helper; I will … Continue reading Be Content
Blessed to Be Broken
Brokenness is not a topic we like. It makes us feel powerless when our sources of protection fail. However, when that happens, we also receive a gift—the true understanding of ourselves and, better still, of the God who loves us. Proverbs 18:24 says, “There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” And in Hebrews … Continue reading Blessed to Be Broken
Formula for Personal Growth
It’s not enough to hear God’s Word—we must apply it in our life. James 1:19-25 The difference between hearing and doing seems fairly obvious, and yet many people fail to recognize the distinction—or the fact that the two should be more closely related. Take the parent-child relationship, for example. Moms and dads give directions and … Continue reading Formula for Personal Growth
All Things New, in 2022!
2 Corinthians 5:17Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. God opens doors for us, in the hope that we will walk through. Take a moment to imagine a doorway. Perhaps you envision the entrance to a cozy cabin, or maybe you picture a massive entryway fit … Continue reading All Things New, in 2022!
Stand Firm in Your Convictions
Like the Bible’s heroes of faith, we must stand firm on our spiritual convictions. 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 A person of conviction feels certain that his beliefs are true. However, it’s often the case that the things people believe are based on the current conditions or situations of their life. Then, when circumstances change, their convictions … Continue reading Stand Firm in Your Convictions
Where the Battle Is Won
Surrendering to God isn't easy, but we can trust His love, knowledge, and power. Matthew 26:36-56 In the garden of Gethsemane, Jesus wrestled with the knowledge that He would die on the cross, bearing the weight of our sin and being spiritually separated from the Father. Jesus got alone before the Father and cried out. … Continue reading Where the Battle Is Won
The Privilege of Knowing God
The one true God allows us to know Him, and we experience blessings as we learn more about Him. Philippians 3:7-11 Knowing about God is different from knowing God. Anyone can learn a few facts about Him, but a sincere believer invests the time and energy to be His friend. One of the ways to learn about the Lord … Continue reading The Privilege of Knowing God
Our Firm Foundation
Psalm 62 At certain moments throughout history, God literally shook the earth. The ground quaked as His Son died on the cross (Matt. 27:51), and there will be an even greater upheaval in the future when Christ returns (Zech. 14:4). But even in our present day, the Lord often lets the various foundations of our … Continue reading Our Firm Foundation
The Kingdom’s Open Door
Matthew 24:1-14 John the Baptist and Jesus Both preached, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand” (Matt. 3:2; Matt. 4:17). And though the nation of Israel rejected Christ as their king, His kingdom was not thwarted. When an idea recurs in Scripture, we are wise to study it well—and the Bible contains more than … Continue reading The Kingdom’s Open Door
Choosing To Believe
Salvation isn't something that we can claim because we were born to believing parents or have attended church. Jesus warned that many would call Him Lord without actually belonging to Him (Matt. 7:22-23). To become a genuine believer in Jesus Christ, we need the following: An Understanding of the Gospel. In order to believe and … Continue reading Choosing To Believe
