Philemon 1:17 So if you consider me a partner, welcome him as you would welcome me. When you hear the word “partner” what comes into your mind? I think business partner, golf partner, prayer partner. But I also hear the term “life partner” being thrown around these days. What other “partners” come to mind inContinue reading “Partners”
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Urgent Needs
Titus 3:14 Our people must learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order to provide for urgent needs and not live unproductive lives. For most people, being idle is not a good thing. Too much time usually leads to wandering, drifting, stagnating. We all need a purpose and the energy to pursueContinue reading “Urgent Needs”
Three Generations
2 Timothy 2:2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others. The best leaders are those who train their successors. But they don’t stop there. They train their successors to the point that they are able toContinue reading “Three Generations”
1 Timothy 6:17 – Wealth?
1 Timothy 6:17 Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Wealth sometimes gets a bad rap. It can be a tremendous toolContinue reading “1 Timothy 6:17 – Wealth?”
Life and Doctrine
1 Timothy 4:15-16 15 Be diligent in these matters; give yourself wholly to them, so that everyone may see your progress. 16 Watch your life and doctrine closely. Persevere in them, because if you do, you will save both yourself and your hearers. Christianity is a public belief system. It can’t be lived in a way thatContinue reading “Life and Doctrine”
Gospel Glory
1 Timothy 1:11 that conforms to the gospel concerning the glory of the blessed God, which he entrusted to me. The Gospel is about the LORD. This might shock you, having been accustomed to hearing about our salvation and restoration that it includes. But the Gospel, the Good News, is about what God does. TheContinue reading “Gospel Glory”
Signature
2 Thessalonians 3:17 I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand, which is the distinguishing mark in all my letters. This is how I write. Signatures have been in the news lately, especially when it comes to absentee ballots. Part of the process of validating the eligibility of the vote is to check signaturesContinue reading “Signature”
On Them, On You
1 Thessalonians 5:2-4 2 for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. 3 While people are saying, “Peace and safety,” destruction will come on them suddenly, as labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape. 4 But you, brothers and sisters, are not inContinue reading “On Them, On You”
How to Live
1 Thessalonians 4:1 As for other mattes, brothers and sisters, we instructed you how to live in order to please God, as in fact you are living. Now we ask you and urge you in the Lord Jesus to do this more and more. Our culture is one that rebels against anyone telling another personContinue reading “How to Live”
Hard Work
1 Thessalonians 1:3 We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. What I find hard to believe is that there are those who want to reward irresponsible behaviors. Instead of rewarding those who work hard,Continue reading “Hard Work”
The Arnold Journey 