What examples have others given to you in your life? Who taught you how to live by the way they lived their life? We can have many philosophies taught to us in lectures but the strongest lessons come through the examples others leave. We can learn what to imitate and what not to do inContinue reading “Work Together”
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A Deceiving Faith
One might expect persecution from those outside the church to be one of the greatest hindrances to the gospel. It can be seen though that hypocrisy and deception from inside the church have done more damage than anything. Throughout history, the church has handled these and proven that the truth of the gospel is eternal.Continue reading “A Deceiving Faith”
Dwelling in Love
Is there a litmus test for knowing whether the Holy Spirit is dwelling in us? John provides more understanding of the Holy Spirit’s indwelling in the believer and the love that they share for the brethren. The way we express love may differ from culture to culture but the fact we show it or notContinue reading “Dwelling in Love”
True Love
How we view and treat others is a vital part of our Christian faith. In fact, some of the greatest statements that a Christian can make is their reaction to what others do to them and how they treat other people. How we treat someone else is a witness to other people and ourselves. DOContinue reading “True Love”
Helped by the Spirit
The disciples were running scared and confused for the tomb of Jesus was empty. It was as though all the teachings of Jesus had gone in one ear and out the other. They needed help, and soon it would come to them. Many times in our lives we come under those same conditions. It isContinue reading “Helped by the Spirit”
Being led through the world
Life is filled with many twists and turns. The constant movement towards an unknown future brings uncertainty and fear. Thankfully we are not alone. The Holy Spirit is with us to guide us and lead us toward God. REMEMBER I TOLD YOU SO – John 16:4-6 The disciples were facing a brutal future. Jesus preparedContinue reading “Being led through the world”
He abides
One of the greatest spiritual blessings that we have as Christians is the abiding presence of the Holy Spirit. We may not have face to face contact with Jesus as the twelve disciples had, but through the Spirit, Jesus dwells in us. The truth that He shared, “I am with you alway, even unto theContinue reading “He abides”
Behold the Lamb
Whenever a person receives forgiveness of his or her sins, what follows is an unusually powerful desire to tell others about Jesus. The excitement about the transformation that has taken place in a person’s life can be intense. He or she wants to let the whole world know. This excitement for witnessing should never fadeContinue reading “Behold the Lamb”
Pursuing excellence
How many times have we done something to the best of our ability and when finished, had the feeling of great accomplishment? But, then we move in mediocrity in other pursuits, behaviors, and actions. This pattern of doing things is the opposite of excellence. Instead, excellence should be nuanced by consistency. We could also lookContinue reading “Pursuing excellence”
Revival Hope
A famous passage of Scripture is Psalm 85:6, “Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy may rejoice in thee.” Historically speaking, the psalmist is speaking of the restoration of Israel from some calamity. Whether this is from captivity in exile or other troubled times in the nation’s history, one thing is for sure; theContinue reading “Revival Hope”
