Philippians 2:15 In a poem Shakespeare once wrote, “All the world is a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” On the world’s stage, the spotlight on Christians is particularly harsh and bright, checking to see if our actions line up with our preaching. And God tells that as His sons and daughters,… Continue reading October 6th – Philippians 2:15
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Bloom Where You Are Planted – 1 Corinthians 7
1 Corinthians 7 During the days of Paul, the city of Corinth was a metropolis of wealth and immorality. A place in desperate need of the church Paul founded. This early church struggled in the midst of a pagan culture, so in response to the confusion of its members Paul wrote letters of both… Continue reading Bloom Where You Are Planted – 1 Corinthians 7
Honoring The Final Words Of The King – Mark 15-16
Mark 15-16 The story of the Crucifixion is a tough one. It’s gut wrenching what Jesus suffered at the hands of His captors. He endured savagery, mockery, and rejection. He was brutalized and spit upon. What He withstood we can barely comprehend. And He did so willingly. At any time more than twelve legions of… Continue reading Honoring The Final Words Of The King – Mark 15-16
June 26th – Philippians 3:20
Philippians 3:20 Because we are Christians, we are not citizens of this earth, but rather just passing though. Our allegiance is to heaven and our King, Jesus Christ. But until our Savior calls us home, we are to conduct ourselves according to the teachings and commands of our Lord. Jesus directs us to act in… Continue reading June 26th – Philippians 3:20
Don’t You Care That We Are Perishing? – Mark 4-5
Mark 4 When the storms of life rage around us, we wonder where God is. How could He allow the wind to howl and the waves to crash? We cry out, "Don’t you care that we are perishing?” The truth is that of course He cares. And even if He sends a storm straight… Continue reading Don’t You Care That We Are Perishing? – Mark 4-5
May 27th – Philippians 4:8
Philippians 4:8 The mind is a powerful thing. Our thoughts are the main ingredient of this power, and what shapes our reality. That’s why God tells us to focus our thoughts on good things. Holy, true, and honorable things. It’s these good thoughts that lead us closer to Him, and keeps the Enemy from building… Continue reading May 27th – Philippians 4:8
May 21st – Philippians 2:3
Philippians 2:3 In the greatest example of humility, Jesus left His glorious throne in heaven to be ridiculed, persecuted, tortured, and crucified. He set aside His royalty to redeem all who call Him Lord. Such selflessness, grace, and sacrifice stands as a model for all Christians. Instead of focusing on ourselves, our needs and wants,… Continue reading May 21st – Philippians 2:3
Profaned No More – Ezekiel 38-42
Ezekiel 38-42 In these chapters of Ezekiel, God tells of a final attack that will happen against Israel in the last days. After the Jewish people have been regathered to their homeland and are living in peace, they come under attack. Gog, the leader of a great army, comes up against Israel in war and… Continue reading Profaned No More – Ezekiel 38-42
April 18th – Philippians 3:10
Philippians 3:10 Jesus went to great pains to make Himself known to us. The Lord ministered, healed, suffered, and died so that we may intimately fellowship with Him. But what does it really mean to know Jesus? The apostle Paul tells us knowing Christ is more than just reading His story or hearing the gospel.… Continue reading April 18th – Philippians 3:10
March 22nd – Philippians 3:13
Philippians 3:13 The Christian life has often been referred to running a race with the goal of becoming perfect reflections of Jesus. And the great apostle Paul knew the importance of pressing on and the difficulty of reaching the finish line. For along the way we have setbacks, and feel the pull of fleshly living. But… Continue reading March 22nd – Philippians 3:13
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