Hebrews 3:19 So we see that they were not able to enter, because of their unbelief. Sometimes in life we miss the obvious. We have our minds set in one way, and despite the presentation of contrary evidence, we continue on our set course. Or is this just something I run into in my ownContinue reading “Hebrews 3:19 Poor Substitutes”
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Titus 1:1 Period!
Titus 1:1 Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ to further the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness — Some people see knowledge as the thing that will save us. If only the public schools were better at correcting racism, our country wouldContinue reading “Titus 1:1 Period!”
2 Timothy 3:10-11 Rescue
2 Timothy 3:10-11 You, however, know all about my teaching, my way of life, my purpose, faith, patience, love, endurance, 11 persecutions, sufferings—what kinds of things happened to me in Antioch, Iconium and Lystra, the persecutions I endured. Yet the Lord rescued me from all of them. Most people want a cushioned life. We don’t wantContinue reading “2 Timothy 3:10-11 Rescue”
1 Timothy 1:7 Affirmation
1 Timothy 1:7 They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not know what they are talking about or what they so confidently affirm. Have you noticed the number of people who want to teach us everything about so many subjects? Climate, eating, makeup, home decorating, house remodeling, social justice, “Green” living,Continue reading “1 Timothy 1:7 Affirmation”
2 Thessalonians 3:12 Lazy
2 Thessalonians 3:12 Such people we command and urge in the Lord Jesus Christ to settle down and earn the food they eat. Laziness is an easy trait to pick up. I can be easy, even for an ADHD person such as myself, to lose momentum. I am older than I used to be, andContinue reading “2 Thessalonians 3:12 Lazy”
1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 Fatherhood
1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children, 12 encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. In some communities in this country, there are very few fathers who are presentContinue reading “1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 Fatherhood”
Colossians 2:17 Shadows
Colossians 2:17 These are a shadow of the things that were to come; the reality, however, is found in Christ. One of the fun things to do with kittens is to use a laser pointer and get them to chase the light on the floor. They will do it for hours. They never seem toContinue reading “Colossians 2:17 Shadows”
Philippians 4:12 Contentment
Philippians 4:12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I read about the refugees from the Ukraine ending upContinue reading “Philippians 4:12 Contentment”
Ephesians 6:12 Struggle
Ephesians 6:12 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. If ever there was a time in history when the truth of our text needed to be applied, thisContinue reading “Ephesians 6:12 Struggle”
Ephesians 3:6 In Christ Jesus
Ephesians 3:6 This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are heirs together with Israel, member together of one body, and sharers together in the promise in Christ Jesus. Many people walk through life, or run through it, seeking a secret something that will make them happy, successful, or content. Walk through any bookstoreContinue reading “Ephesians 3:6 In Christ Jesus”
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