1 Corinthians 1:17 For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel — not with wisdom and eloquence, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. Many today look for leadership. And too often they are led astray by personality or perception. But these are not leadership. They areContinue reading “1 Corinthians 1:17 Actual Leadership”
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Romans 15:31-32 Refreshing
Romans 15:31-32 Pray that I may be kept safe from the unbelievers in Judea and that the contribution I take to Jerusalem may be favorably received by the Lord’s people there, 32 so that I may come to you with joy, by God’s will, and in your company be refreshed. Many people often have anContinue reading ” Romans 15:31-32 Refreshing”
Romans 12:18 Still?
Romans 12:18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Are there still people in your life who rub you the wrong way? I say “still” because there is a tendency to allow those connections to atrophy by neglect. We don’t like the discomfort, so we withdrawContinue reading “Romans 12:18 Still?”
Romans 8:29 Predestined Period?
Romans 8:29 For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. There are some disagreements among honest, seeking Christ-followers about the role of humans in the work of God. To put it too simply, some believe GodContinue reading “Romans 8:29 Predestined Period?”
Romans 7:10-11 Intention
Romans 7:10-11 I found that the very commandment that was intended to bring life actually brought death. 11 For sin, seizing the opportunity afforded by the commandment, deceived me, and through the commandment put me to death. Sometimes what we intend does not happen. The outcome doesn’t match what we had planned. Even the bestContinue reading “Romans 7:10-11 Intention”
Romans 1:11-12 Spiritual
Romans 1:11-12 I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to make you strong — 12 that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. Sometimes we think “spiritual” things must be mysterious or ephemeral, are difficult to grasp, hard to get ourContinue reading “Romans 1:11-12 Spiritual”
Acts 28:30 House Arrest
Acts 28:30 For two whole years Paul stayed there in his own rented house and welcomed all who came to see him. I must confess, I have never been under house arrest. I have never had to wear an ankle monitor 24/7. I have not had to call the monitor center to get permission toContinue reading “Acts 28:30 House Arrest”
Acts 26:32 What If’s
Acts 26:32 Agrippa said to Festus, “This man could have been set free if he had not appealed to Caesar.” There are definite moments in life when the “what ifs” seem to overtake us. It sometimes takes the form of “if only” or “Why didn’t I?” Have you had these moments in your life? IContinue reading “Acts 26:32 What If’s”
Acts 22:25 “Rights”
Acts 22:25 As they stretched him out to flog him, Paul said to the centurion standing there, “Is it legal for you to flog a Roman citizen who hasn’t even been found guilty?” Rights! Have you noticed the ever-growing list of “rights” that people are asserting these days? The right not to be offended seemsContinue reading “Acts 22:25 “Rights””
Acts 20:29 Warning
Acts 20:29 I know that after I leave, savage wolves will come in among you and will not spare the flock. Last words are important. The last words a loved one speaks can be very powerful, life transforming. When we say goodbye to someone because we are moving, and probably won’t return, those words meanContinue reading “Acts 20:29 Warning”
The Arnold Journey 