Galatians 1:4 “Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father:” The Lord Jesus Christ paid a horrible price to redeem us from our sin and its penalty. Yes, God loves you and me, but the Cross reveals just… Read More »
Hebrews 4:16 “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.” Yesterday, I talked about a promise that God gave to the believer that he or she could live for Him victoriously. It does not mean sinless perfection: that can… Read More »
Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” Most anyone that has been a Christian for very long knows this Bible verse. It is a tremendous promise with a lot of potential for practical Christian living. I find this verse a blessing each time I focus on it. I have, however,… Read More »
John 14:1 “Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.” Before the crucifixion, Jesus told His disciples that He was going to leave them. He was going to go away and they could not follow Him now, He said. They were perplexed and did not understand. There are also… Read More »
Psalm 19:7-9 “The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments… Read More »
Philippians 1:7 “ye all are partakers of my grace.” The apostle Paul was greatly used of God. He spread the Gospel, established and strengthened churches, and wrote half of the New Testament. He also suffered a lot during his ministry. The book of Philippians – written from a jail cell – mentions the words joy… Read More »
The Bible offers many promises that God will answer prayer. He loves His children and enjoys meeting each of their needs. This relieves the stress that they might have which would distract them from serving Him. God has promised to meet the needs of His children when they serve Him and seek to walk in… Read More »
God judges success entirely different than the way that the world measures it. The world says successful people are powerful, make a lot of money, and have a lot of possessions. This is seen by the people that the world holds in esteem, their lives are followed in the media – and the world envies.… Read More »
Psalm 119:89 “For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.” A little at a time, God revealed portions of His Book to men who would accurately record exactly what God wanted to be written. It took over 1,600 years to complete it. The Source of the Word – the Omniscient God Because God… Read More »
John 10:10 “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” In this verse, the “thief” is Satan, and he continues to be a deceiver. He makes people think that they are having fun,… Read More »