James 1:2-4 ESV “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” What kinds of trials are you presently facing? We all have … Continue reading Who Remain Steadfast Under Trial
Turn From Evil and Do Good
1 Peter 3:10-12 ESV “For ‘Whoever desires to love life and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit; let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it. For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his … Continue reading Turn From Evil and Do Good
Why Are You Angry?
When misunderstandings happen Why are you angry? How did I offend? I meant only good To encourage a friend. I’ve been where you were, Not exact, but close by, So why did my words With your actions deny? Why did you not talk With me, let me know why You didn’t like what I said? … Continue reading Why Are You Angry?
We Will be Stomped Upon
Revelation 11:1-3 ESV “Then I was given a measuring rod like a staff, and I was told, ‘Rise and measure the temple of God and the altar and those who worship there, but do not measure the court outside the temple; leave that out, for it is given over to the nations, and they will … Continue reading We Will be Stomped Upon
The Darkest Night
An Original Work / July 21, 2022 Dimly lit, the darkest night, Is the light of truth inside. Masqueraders all around, Many turned now into clowns. Charlatans now lead the sheep Who are falling fast asleep. Nill endeavor truth to find, They are very truly blind. Many hardened hearts to truth They live wicked lives, … Continue reading The Darkest Night
Darkened in their Understanding
Ephesians 4:17-19 ESV “Now this I say and testify in the Lord, that you must no longer walk as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their minds. They are darkened in their understanding, alienated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them, due to their hardness of heart. They … Continue reading Darkened in their Understanding
In Reputation but NOt in Truth
Revelation 3:1-3 ESV “And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. “I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up, and strengthen what remains and is about to die, for … Continue reading In Reputation but NOt in Truth
False Confessions, False Righteousness
But not in Truth or Right Isaiah 48:1-2 ESV “Hear this, O house of Jacob, who are called by the name of Israel, and who came from the waters of Judah, who swear by the name of the Lord and confess the God of Israel, but not in truth or right. For they call themselves … Continue reading False Confessions, False Righteousness
Your Desire is My Desire
An Original Work / July 17, 2022 Your desire is my desire. You have set my heart on fire. Your love leads me, follow You, Faithful be, my witness true. Give all of I have to You, Loyalty to You is due. Walk with You throughout the day As I bow my heart and pray. … Continue reading Your Desire is My Desire
Being Perfected by the Flesh?
Galatians 3:1-6 ESV “O foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? It was before your eyes that Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed as crucified. Let me ask you only this: Did you receive the Spirit by works of the law or by hearing with faith? Are you so foolish? Having begun by the Spirit, are you … Continue reading Being Perfected by the Flesh?
Walking Wounded 