Ephesians 1.3-4 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with all spiritual blessings in the heavenly places (Ephesians 1.3). In Christ we are richly blessed, remembering that in His grace, mercy, and love we have been rescued from the depths of sin and bondage, adopted into His... Continue Reading →
Considering Others
James 1. 19-27 James encouraged believers to stand strong in their faith and for their lives to demonstrate their faith in the Lord. Though suffering in persecution and facing difficult trials, their relationship with Jesus Christ demonstrated the change He made in their lives; they would be people of actions, and not just words.,... Continue Reading →
Jesus – the Cornerstone of our Faith
Acts 4.1-12 Peter and the disciples proclaimed the resurrection of Jesus Christ. By the power of the Holy Spirit, they saw God work in miraculous ways. The religious leaders of the day rejected their message, fearing the people would turn to Christ and deny them. They rejected Christ had risen from the dead; they... Continue Reading →
The Privilege of Church
Acts 2.36-47 Some believe attending church is unnecessary, thinking they can be a follower of Jesus Christ on their own, worshipping God anywhere and growing in faith through their personal reading of the Scriptures. In some regards, those who make these statements are absolutely right. Church is not essential to salvation; believing in Christ... Continue Reading →
Resisting Idolatry
John wrote to encourage believers to stand strong in the midst of opposition, to hold firmly to the truth of God’s Word; he wrote to encourage followers of Jesus Christ to be fully obedient to the Lord in all things, and to give no license to sin; he wrote to give them the full assurance... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 