Rom 8:29-30 For those God foreknew He predestined to be conformed to the likeness of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brothers. And those He predestined, He also called; those He called, He also justified; those He justified, He also glorified. When Jesus met the Samaritan woman at the well, it… Read More »
We Live By Faith
We live by faith, not by sight. -2Cor 5:7. Paul’s statement is profound. By it, we know that our faith in Jesus Christ for salvation is all we need for this Christian life as well. Likewise, Peter wrote, “His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of… Read More »
Soldiers Of The King
I don’t suppose many of you see yourselves as warriors or soldiers, do you? I know that for years, I have not seen myself in that light. But there are several passages in the Bible that speak of the church in this way. We are all involved in a war, whether we want to be… Read More »
The Origin Of Life
The last sermon I received from the Lord was something I felt you should have in writing so that you may refer to it. It is based upon the following passage of Scripture: Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation. For prophecy never had its… Read More »
Prayer In Spirit And Truth
On our side of the cross—the resurrection side—I have always thought that there is no method to prayer. Jesus said that a day was coming when God’s people would worship Him in Spirit and in Truth. That day is today, and prayer is a Spirit-led endeavor because He lives in us. I have found, however,… Read More »
Pray Continually
People say that the shortest verse in the Bible is John 11:35: Jesus wept. But I think there is a tie. 1 Thes 5:17 says, Pray continually. Both verses, with just two words each, are profound. We would not expect the King of kings, and Creator of the universe to cry. Paul wrote, “All things… Read More »
The Holy Spirit Speaks
Two years ago, I started keeping a journal. In my life, I have never wanted to have one, never took the time to write in one, and frankly, thought they were useless. I knew I did not care to read about what I was thinking or doing at a younger age. But now I write… Read More »
The Sabbath Rest
It has been a long time since I last spoke about the Sabbath-rest in a sermon, or wrote about it in a bulletin article. It is mentioned many times in the Bible, most of them in the Old Testament. As you know, the Israelites had to rest on the Sabbath in obedience to the law.… Read More »
Power Over Sin
During Bible study this week, I was given to say something that I never said before, and it bears repeating. It is possible, as you live by faith and abide in the Holy Spirit, to live a relatively sinless life. This has nothing to do with your human ability. It is the result of dependence… Read More »
Guard Your Heart And Mind
In Philippians, Paul instructs his readers, 6“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” Phil 4:6-7. This passage is very well known, although I am… Read More »
