Psalms 86:11-13 ESV “Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name. I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, with my whole heart, and I will glorify your name forever. For great is your steadfast love toward me; you have delivered my … Continue reading God be Merciful to Those Who’re Sinners
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Taken Captive by Empty Deceit
Colossians 2:8 ESV “See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not according to Christ.” Other than speaking of individuals who are liars and deceivers, who love to manipulate, trick, and trap others, there are two … Continue reading Taken Captive by Empty Deceit
Were You Taught the Truth?
So, we just finished reading in Ephesians 4:11-16 about the body of Christ, and how we, the body, need to be equipped for the work of the ministry so that we can encourage one another within the body of Christ toward spiritual maturity and walks of obedience, in submission to Jesus Christ as Lord. And … Continue reading Were You Taught the Truth?
Bring Them Home
An Original Work / January 29, 2022 They are wand’ring far from home, From the Lord their souls do roam. Looking not to God above, Trusting not in Jesus’ love. Trusting in themselves alone, Spending time on their Smart Phones Doing what their flesh desires, And do not what God requires. Looking to the flesh … Continue reading Bring Them Home
It is to Them an Object of Scorn
Jeremiah 6:10-11 ESV “To whom shall I speak and give warning, that they may hear? Behold, their ears are uncircumcised, they cannot listen; behold, the word of the Lord is to them an object of scorn; they take no pleasure in it. Therefore I am full of the wrath of the Lord; I am weary … Continue reading It is to Them an Object of Scorn
For All Their Evil in Forsaking God
Jeremiah 1:13-16 ESV “The word of the Lord came to me a second time, saying, ‘What do you see?’ And I said, ‘I see a boiling pot, facing away from the north.’ Then the Lord said to me, ‘Out of the north disaster shall be let loose upon all the inhabitants of the land. For … Continue reading For All Their Evil in Forsaking God
Just Because They are Not Like Us
James 2:1-4 ESV “My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory. For if a man wearing a gold ring and fine clothing comes into your assembly, and a poor man in shabby clothing also comes in, and if you pay attention to the one … Continue reading Just Because They are Not Like Us
Through Him Who Strengthens Me
Philippians 4:10-13 ESV “I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how … Continue reading Through Him Who Strengthens Me
Watch Out for Deceivers and Manipulators
Philippians 3:2 ESV “Look out for the dogs, look out for the evildoers, look out for those who mutilate the flesh.” Look Out for the Dogs The term “dog” is used here figuratively to denote someone who is a spiritual predator who feeds off others. They are the impure. They are workers of evil. They … Continue reading Watch Out for Deceivers and Manipulators
Standing Firm in One Spirit
Philippians 1:27-30 ESV “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel, and not … Continue reading Standing Firm in One Spirit
Walking Wounded 