Day: January 31, 2018
Discovering God’s will is a daily process of trust.
2 Timothy 3:14-17 (KJV) 14 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; 15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works. God’s plan ensures every believer can reach his …
The Broken Power of Satan
Reflections Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil. (Heb. 2:1) When Adam sinned and forfeited life from God, he not only died spiritually, but the entire earthly realm over which God had given him dominion was put under a curse. (Gen. 3:17) From that point, nothing could be produced out of the earthly realm that was spiritual. And even the physical that was produced required a great …
Guided Into All Truth
Jesus Christ promised that when the Holy Spirit was given that a primary purpose would be to guide believers into all the Truth. (John 16:13) But we must not limit this to merely an understanding of Bible verses, or the ability to develop a correct theology. No. Jesus Christ is the Truth. In short, being guided into all Truth means that we will be guided into a knowledge of Jesus Christ that will set us free from all error. To be guided into all Truth will eventually result in BEING MADE TRUE UNTO GOD. I will know the Truth …
A Living Hope
Seeking security in health and wealth will disappoint, but true fulfillment is found in Jesus Christ A Living Hope 1 Peter 1:3-5 (KJV) 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, 5 Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. Believers are born into …
“The Lord our Righteousness.” Jeremiah 23:6
It will always give a Christian the greatest calm, quiet, ease, and peace, to think of the perfect righteousness of Christ. How often are the saints of God downcast and sad! I do not think they ought to be. I do not think they would if they could always see their perfection in Christ. There are some who are always talking about corruption, and the depravity of the heart, and the innate evil of the soul. This is quite true, but why not go a little further, and remember that we are “perfect in Christ Jesus.” It is no wonder …
Are We Socializing Jesus?
Dr. Mike Murphy How often I have been taught, there are no coincidences with God! And this past week, I was reminded of just how powerful a statement this is. Each week, I often receive messages and emails asking questions about the Bible, and how His Word applies to all we see around us. One of the questions I received recently asked me, “Did Christ teach a message of social justice?”. At the same time I received this question, I had found myself in a discussion where I was being told that the need for social justice far outweighs our …
What Is This World Coming To? – by Jack Kinsella
Of course, WE know what this world is coming to. For those of us who trust God instead of our own understanding, it means that everything will turn out ok in the end, no matter how terrifying things look at the moment. This is not a time for fear, but a time for prayer and for redoubling our efforts to inform the world of what is taking place. The Lord is preparing for His return. The signs of the times are all around us. There is no time to waste in pointless debate over signs, and seasons and times. We …