Philippians 4:1 “Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.” Paul loved the church at Philippi and prayed often for them. Notice that in this verse he calls them “beloved” twice. As the book of Philippians reveals, he greatly enjoyed his time… Read More »
Psalm 116:1,2 “I love the LORD, because he hath heard my voice and my supplications. Because he hath inclined his ear unto me, therefore will I call upon him as long as I live.” The above verse testifies of a principle of Christian growth. It reveals that there is a strong connection between prayer and… Read More »
Luke 12:40 “Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not.” It has been said for many years that Christ is coming soon. It’s still true. In fact, we are much closer to that hour than we were just a year ago. The whole world knows… Read More »
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 »
II Thessalonians 1:3 “We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is meet, because that your faith groweth exceedingly, and the charity of every one of you all toward each other aboundeth.” Every now and then, we, as believers need a reality check. It is easy to slow down and possibly… Read More »
I John 5:4 “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.” When the Lord Jesus Christ was raised from the dead, it was because He had met and defeated the enemy. The enemy of all people was sin and death – and… 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 »
II Corinthians 5:17 “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” The above verse makes it clear that when someone gets truly saved that there is going to be some changes in their life. The Bible also declares that you… Read More »