“Every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory through our faith. And who can win this battle against the world? Only those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God” (1 John 5:4-5 NLT) This is the point where many may back away. The...
Different but the Same
4 Now there are different gifts, but the same Spirit. 5 There are different ministries, but the same Lord. 6 And there are different activities, but the same God produces each gift in each person. 7 A manifestation of the Spirit is given to each person for the common good:...
Speak Truth
25 Therefore, putting away lying, speak the truth, each one to his neighbor,[a] (Ephesians 4:25 CSB) It is not always easy to simply speak the truth. This is not to say that to lie is easier or right, but that it can be difficult to speak truth. When we speak...
Rich & Poor
9 For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ: Though he was rich, for your sake he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich. (2 Corinthians 8:9 CSB) The world looks at people based upon position. We tend to judge people as rich or...
What Drives You?
10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will help you; I will hold on to you with my righteous right hand. (Isaiah 41:10 CSB) We have dealt with fear here many times. I have...