Would others describe you as a positive or negative person? If you fall into the negative category, you probably struggle with passing judgment on others. Paul implores us to remove the stumbling block of criticism in our lives. It doesn’t just affect us it affects those around us as well. Our judgmental spirit might become…
Read MoreThere is a lot of hate and venom being spewed online about political leaders. Everyone feels it is their right to share their opinion no matter how destructive their comments are. The Bible tells us that these leaders are God’s servants for your good. That doesn’t sound like a loving God. Why would he allow wicked…
Read MoreImagine a life full of Joy. Where you wake up every day full of life and excited for what the day holds. We can live a life full of joy as we follow Jesus. It doesn’t mean that we will be happy every day but we will be full of Jesus and the contentment that brings. Romans…
Read MoreGod has chosen to shine the light of His grace through his followers. Jesus told us to “let your light shine before others.” We have been given this light that is what the world is desperately seeking. It is the solution to all of our problems and hope of those who have put their trust…
Read MoreHave you ever thought about your eternal reward? You know that crown that you will receive in heaven? As we live on earth we have opportunities to receive an immediate reward in the form of praise or we can delay that reward and receive it from God in heaven. Jesus is very clear which one we…
Read MoreTwo defining marks of every Christian should be to show mercy and compassion. Whenever Jesus encountered a group of people he was moved with compassion, he saw them as sheep without a shepherd. As the fruit of the Spirit grows inside us, mercy and compassion become natural reactions. Pray for opportunities to show mercy and…
Read MoreWe always want our final words to have an impact. As we drive away or board a plane, we want to say as much as possible to those we love. Paul squeezes in some vital instruction at the end of his first letter to the Corinthians. He wants to give them tools for tough times…
Read MoreEvery believer has to battle the flesh. Romans tells us the way to have victory is by living according to the Spirit. What does it mean to live according to the Spirit? It means that we are continually filled with his presence, we walk according to his leading and we trust him when are uncertain. Romans…
Read MoreSalvation conquers sins grip on our life. We have died to sin because of the abounding grace of Jesus Christ in our life. Some have taken this unending grace as a license to sin. God’s grace will always outpace our sin, but that doesn’t mean that we can keep on sinning. We have died to…
Read MoreNot by my strength or willpower but by the Holy Spirit. I have to keep reminding myself of this verse over and over. It’s tough to remember when we are serving God. We are told that with hard work and tenacity you can accomplish anything in life. What we need to remember is that God…
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