Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(3) Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, (4) not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. (5) In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus…’ (Philippians 2:3-5) We can get mad… Continue Reading Is It Sinful To Be Angry?
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(15) The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps. (18) The simple inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.’ (Proverbs 14:15 & 18) I read a blog awhile back that on its home page stated, ‘Never underestimate the power of a question’. One example, if you’re a Trekkie,… Continue Reading Trust But Verify: Never Underestimate The Necessity To Ask ‘Why’?
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(23) <God said to the Israelites>. “If in spite of these things you do not accept My correction but continue to be hostile toward Me, (24) I myself will be hostile toward you and will afflict you for your sins seven times over. (25a) And I will bring the sword on you to avenge… Continue Reading Hold Harmful Vitriol To Account – God Expects Us To Do So
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(2) <God spoke to Ezekiel,> “Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel; prophesy and say to them: ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Woe to you shepherds of Israel who only take care of yourselves! Should not shepherds take care of the flock? (3) You eat the curds, clothe yourselves with… Continue Reading All The Parts Are Needed To Make It Work
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(22) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, (23) gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. (24) Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. (25) Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step… Continue Reading Be Righteous In Joy, Just Don’t Be Pious About It
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(16) “These are the things you are to do: Speak the truth to each other, and render true and sound judgment in your courts; (17) do not plot evil against each other, and do not love to swear falsely. I hate all this,” declares the Lord.’ (Zechariah 8:16-17) In today’s society, to speak the… Continue Reading God Wants Civility & Truth In Our Dialogues
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(1) Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. (2) But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man <Jesus> welcomes sinners and eats with them.”’ (Luke 15:1-2) Recently, a question came, during a Bible study in Life Group, if it was OK to go attend… Continue Reading Is It OK To Go Do Secular Things At Secular Places?
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(20) <Daniel, upon the revelation of Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream> said: “Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are His. (21) He changes times and seasons; He deposes kings and raises up others. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. (22) He reveals deep and… Continue Reading We Prognosticate, But God Knows
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.’ (Hebrews 12:14) In having celebrated the 248th Birthday of the United States yesterday, we need to come to terms that it has changed since its founding in 1776. Originally an East Coast conglomeration… Continue Reading We Christians Need To Steer The Ship
