16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 ESV) While difficulties cause many people anxiety, God’s peace is available to us. This serenity does not depend on whether circumstances improve. Rather, it’s a result of...
Alone
23 And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, (Matthew 14:23 ESV) We are often afraid of the idea of being alone. Granted, God made us to be creatures of community. However, He too knew that if...
Patience and Forbearance
4 Or do you presume on the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance? (Romans 2:4 ESV) We should all be so grateful for God’s kindness, forbearance and patience. He does not tolerate our sin, but He desires that we move toward...
Giving
38 give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.” (Luke 6:38 ESV) There are many views about giving and what both the Old and New Testaments...
Schemes
11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. (Ephesians 6:11 ESV) In our work a day world we can forget that we have an enemy who is constantly scheming to undermine our relationship with God. To minimize our Christian impact...