We like security; we like knowing our world will have consistency and stability. We can do our part in working diligently for security, long for it, plan on it, and orchestrate the events of our lives trying to assure ourselves of it. We want financial security – knowing we will have sufficient funds to... Continue Reading →
Ephesians 2.1-22
We did not give ourselves life; we did not place within us the talents and abilities we have; we did not choose when and where to be born; we did not choose our family or nationality; we did not determine our intellectual ability. And, we did not willingly choose Christ; we did not choose... Continue Reading →
Revelation 1.1-8
As John began recounting what he had seen, he recognized the eternality and authority of Jesus Christ. This is the One who has redeemed us; this is the One who has shed His blood for us and alone is able to forgive us of all sin; this is the One who reigns supreme over... Continue Reading →
Psalm 119.25-40
The Psalmist gives us insight into his heart for the Lord and His Word, for the importance of knowing and keeping His Word. “Teach me, O LORD, the way of your statutes… Give me understanding… Lead me in the path of your commandments” (Psalm 119.33-34). We cannot expect to know our Lord apart from... Continue Reading →
Ephesians 6.10-23
We live in intense spiritual conflict; the battlefield is gruesome; the enemy relentless. Wielding his limited power, he will do all in his ability to reign victorious over the children of God. In the midst of the heat of battle and the strongest temptation, we must not forget or neglect truth, the Word of... Continue Reading →