Mannequin Christianity! The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. (John 10:10). The one thing that God wants to see above all else in me, and that He prizes above all else, is a genuine thirst for Him and […]

Secondhand Knowledge! The world is unable to receive Him because it does not see Him or know Him. But you know Him because He remains with you and in you. John 14:17 I must be careful not to “know” Christ in the natural way. Paul said, “Even though we have known Christ according to the […]

Simple Alternatives We will receive from Him whatever we ask if we obey Him and do the things that please Him. I John 3:22. A Christian once said to me, “The Christian life is the simplest in the world-only one Person to please and only one thing to do.” True!!! Moses the servant of God […]

The Victorious Outcome to Suffering! Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. James 1:2-3. As a Christian we will experience many trials to our faith. Some we cause and some Satan causes. How we respond to […]

Owning Nothing, Enjoying Everything. For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. Philippians 1:21 We need to settle once and for all concerning our rights and responsibilities. To accept Jesus as my savior means I will resign my right to justify my sin. And to accept Jesus as my Lord means I […]

The Danger of Distraction! Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your trust be evident to all. The Lord is at hand. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends […]

John 8:32 Steps for having a Successful Life! #1. Love the Lord God with all your heart, mind, and strength. If you don’t do this you will not find success in your life. Mark 12:30-31. #2. The beginning of wisdom is the fear of God. Fear means reverence of God. Submit all your plans to […]

Being Divisive for Christ! If you are reviled for the name of Christ, you are blessed because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you. 1 Peter 4:14. I must remember that Jesus Christ is not only a great tension reliever, but also tension bringer. If I expect Him to relieve all my […]

The Bible is a Fire and a Hammer! Because I love your commands more than gold, more than pure gold, and because I consider all your precepts right, I hate every wrong path. Psalms 119:127-128. I must understand that the Bible is not only my source of comfort, but also my source of bruising due […]

The Blueprint of Life! Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9. As far as possible, I must live the blueprint of life. Jesus Christ lives that kind of life. The Son […]