I Peter 2:9-But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a consecrated nation, a [special] people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies [the wonderful deeds and virtues and… Read more “Overcoming Shame with God’s Love”
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The Strengthening Power of God’s Grace in Your Life
Acts 20:24 But I do not consider my life as something of value or dear to me, so that I may [with joy] finish my course and the ministry which… Read more “The Strengthening Power of God’s Grace in Your Life”
Embracing Hidden Seasons with Christ
Therefore if you have been raised with Christ [to a new life, sharing in His resurrection from the dead], keep seeking the things that are above, where… Read more “Embracing Hidden Seasons with Christ”
Grief, Faith, and the Promise of Eternity
For we know that if the earthly tent [our physical body] which is our house is torn down [through death], we have a building from God, a… Read more “Grief, Faith, and the Promise of Eternity”
The Challenge of Faithful Obedience in Tough Times
Hebrews 11:13-16 All these died in faith [guided and sustained by it], without receiving the [tangible fulfillment of God’s] promises, only having seen (anticipated) them and having welcomed… Read more “The Challenge of Faithful Obedience in Tough Times”
The Good News: Salvation and Joy in Every Circumstance.
Philippians 1:9-11 And this I pray, that your love may abound more and more [displaying itself in greater depth] in real knowledge and in practical insight… While shackled in… Read more “The Good News: Salvation and Joy in Every Circumstance.”
The Biblical Call to Good Deeds and Generosity
Titus 3:14 Our people must learn to do good deeds to meet necessary demands [whatever the occasion may require] so that they will not be unproductive. Imagine if… Read more “The Biblical Call to Good Deeds and Generosity”
True Righteousness in Christ: What Believers Must Understand
Philippians 3:8-10 But more than that, I count everything as loss compared to the priceless privilege and supreme advantage of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord [and of growing more deeply… Read more “True Righteousness in Christ: What Believers Must Understand”
Shifting Perspective: Embracing Hope Over Despair
II Corinthians 4:8-11;15-18 We are pressured in every way [hedged in], but not crushed; perplexed [unsure of finding a way out], but not driven to despair; hunted down and persecuted, but… Read more “Shifting Perspective: Embracing Hope Over Despair”
God is Light: Embracing His Truth in a Dark World
I John 1:5 This is the message [of God’s promised revelation] which we have heard from Him and now announce to you, that God is Light [He is… Read more “God is Light: Embracing His Truth in a Dark World”
