19 Don’t stifle the Spirit. (1 Thessalonians 5:19 CSB) While staying in step with the Spirit is what we should desire, we should take every measure to not stifle the Spirit. What might we do in our normal life to stifle or in some translations, quench the Spirit? Often, I think,...
In Step
25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit. (Galatians 5:25 CSB) Consider today what it truly means to keep in step with the Spirit. Yes, as our scripture says, it means that we live by the Spirit, but do we truly understand the depth...
Comfort Zone or End Zone
13 For if we are out of our mind, it is for God; if we are in our right mind, it is for you. (2 Corinthians 5:13 CSB) Have you ever done anything for your faith (for God) that others thought you were out of your mind? Probably not, most will never go...
Meant to Improve
66 Teach me good judgment and discernment,for I rely on your commands.67 Before I was afflicted I went astray,but now I keep your word.68 You are good, and you do what is good;teach me your statutes. (Psalms 116:66-68 CSB) We sometimes need to be taught a lesson. Possibly even a painful one. However, God...
Self-control
Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control. (Proverbs 25:28) I will admit freely that I have trouble here and this scripture convicts my soul to strive to not allow my walls to be broken down. And really, if you think about it, this is...