Most people don’t like tests. It starts in school where we are graded on our knowledge or lack thereof. God speaks of tests in the Bible but they are often associated with tests we are going through. He tells us not to test him, save for one area, giving of our money. We are told…
Read MorePastors can get a bad rap. A few bad apples have ruined the reputation of the whole bunch. Almost all of these faithful servants obey God’s calling and serve the people faithfully without much fanfare. In the eyes of the Lord, they are a messenger of the Lord Almighty. He doesn’t take very lightly the work they do….
Read MoreThe Bible promises us some gifts the world cannot mimic. One of those gifts we receive as a Christian is hope. In fact, Paul tells us that we can live overflowing with hope. Picture a coffee cup that is being filled to the point where it is spilling over the sides. It is a picture…
Read MoreWould 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…
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