Many see the words in the Bible as being contradictory. They choose what to read and attribute it to their own desires rather than to God's purpose. But we can't understand the Bible or reach conclusions on our own. ONLY the Holy Spirit can teach us (John 16:13), and to receive God's Spirit, we must … Continue reading When Words Seem Contradictory
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Choose to Follow Jesus
We aren't robots—yet. The world wants to control us, so it shouts and presents its way of life strongly, but as Christians, we choose to follow Jesus. We seek His direction in everything we say and do, and don't allow the world to influence us. We begin each morning with prayer and study the Bible … Continue reading Choose to Follow Jesus
When Words Become Life!
When we hear the gospel, God gives us the faith we need to accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior. But the faith we need to walk in every day is something we acquire by studying the Bible to know God, His ways, and His plans for us. The more we study, the closer we're … Continue reading When Words Become Life!
What is Truth?
Pilate asked Jesus, "What is truth?" We must ask ourselves the same question today. As Christians, we shouldn't be influenced by the lies and deceptions of social media or get caught up in its delusions, opinions, biased rumors, and speculations. Truth is not found in the world; it's ONLY found in the Bible! It's good … Continue reading What is Truth?
Don’t Walk Away From God
Many Christians have walked away from God because of a bad church experience. They've been hurt by a leader or a congregation member, and in ignorance, blame God. But God is faithful and does not change; His Word does not change. It's people who change, are deceiving and self-righteous, and try to hurt us. We … Continue reading Don’t Walk Away From God
Prayer is Not an Option!
A relationship takes two. God speaks to us through His Word—the Bible—and we talk to Him through prayer. If we're going to have a relationship with Jesus, we must study our Bibles to know Him and spend time in prayer to communicate with Him. We can praise Him, talk about our problems, tell Him how … Continue reading Prayer is Not an Option!
Discarding Values!
The world discards values and humility as it destroys the family structure. It enforces rights to children they can't perceive, and encourages professionals to replace God. But as Christians, we must be wise in this world because we don't serve its god; we serve Almighty God, our Lord, Savior, and King. We submit our lives … Continue reading Discarding Values!
Born to Overcome!
This evil world affects everyone, especially the Christians. We can't escape it because sin and corruption infiltrate every aspect of life. BUT—we don't have to be drawn into its clutches. We can overcome it by studying the Bible to know right from wrong and seeking God's wisdom and strength in everything we say, do, and … Continue reading Born to Overcome!
Submit to God!
When Jesus told us to ask Him for anything, it wasn't just about material things. We are God's children living in a corrupt and evil world, and we need His help to overcome a conniving devil who wants to destroy us. Jesus defeated Satan on the cross and rose from the grave to give us … Continue reading Submit to God!
Misplaced Confidence!
Many Christians put their trust in a person, thinking they're following God. They find a pastor who teaches according to their desires and put their trust in him. But faith in God doesn't come from following people. It ONLY comes by reading the Bible, God's Words to us! As we study it, we build our … Continue reading Misplaced Confidence!
To Be Like Him!
Many work hard at trying to be Christians. They struggle between following diverse church rules and standards and accepting the ever-changing laws of rights and morals. But true Christians obey only one set of rules written by God in the Bible and follow only one Lord, Christ Jesus. God's Spirit lives in us, and as … Continue reading To Be Like Him!
Revealing Faith!
Patience—or lack of it—reveals our faith level. If we pray but get impatient waiting for the answer and go somewhere else, we don't have faith in God. But when we study the Bible to know Jesus and His love for us, we develop a relationship with Him, a trust that can't be broken. We won't … Continue reading Revealing Faith!
It’s Not Impossible!
Many of us doubt God's power because we don't know Him. We tend to bring Him down to our level, forgetting that He's the Creator of everything living! He's Almighty, all-knowing, and ever-present. No one is equal to Him, but there is one who challenges His deity—the devil, and he works hard to convince us … Continue reading It’s Not Impossible!
Controlling Thoughts!
Ignorance of Truth can distort our thoughts and destroy us! Our minds are our personal computers that control our thoughts and actions. Void of truth, they are the workshop for the enemy who controls us through lies and deception. But when we know Jesus as our Savior, study the Bible, meditate on it day and … Continue reading Controlling Thoughts!
The Panic Mode!
An unexpected problem can send us into panic mode when we see it through our abilities and strengths. But when we give it to God in faith, knowing He hears our prayers and promises to answer, we'll be at peace. But to get the faith we need, we must study the Bible to know God … Continue reading The Panic Mode!
Believing is Seeing!
Many of us say we have faith, but without works, it's idle words. When we pray about something and have faith in God for the answer, we'll wait expectantly to receive it, prepare for it, look for it, and be at peace like the birds waiting for their food because we know it's coming. But … Continue reading Believing is Seeing!
A Measure of Faith!
Christian faith is not a magical formula and cannot be bought. It's trusting God because we know Jesus as our Savior. No one can believe in God without faith, but when we hear someone speak God's Word telling us about Jesus, God touches our hearts and gives us a measure of faith to believe and … Continue reading A Measure of Faith!
Lifetime Promise!
Many of us have days when we think God has forgotten us. We ask Him for help, but when nothing changes, we take our eyes off Him and focus on the world as it closes in. But as Christians, we MUST study the Bible daily and keep His Truth in our hearts and minds. God … Continue reading Lifetime Promise!
What I Can Do!
Many of us get overwhelmed by stressful situations and say, "I can't do this." We live in a corrupt world that's controlled by Satan, its god, and he's set out to destroy us. But when we accept Jesus as our Savior, Jesus frees us from the devil's clutches, forgives our sins, and fills us with … Continue reading What I Can Do!
No Excuse For Ignorance!
Many Christians don't read their Bibles but rely on people or doctrines to teach them about God. One day, we'll all stand before God, and NO excuse will be accepted for our ignorance. God has given us the privilege to know Him AND the responsibility to study (2 Timothy 2:15, 3:16) and meditate on His … Continue reading No Excuse For Ignorance!
Smile, God Loves You! 