12 that is, to be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith, both yours and mine. (Romans 1:12 CSB) I have written much here and there is much in scripture about being mutually encouraging. In fact, scripture speaks often about the need for the faithful to come together and about how to...
Convicted not Condemned
10 When Jesus stood up, he said to her, “Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?” 11 “No one, Lord,”[a] she answered. “Neither do I condemn you,” said Jesus. “Go, and from now on do not sin anymore.” (John 8:10-11 CSB) Looking at others lives from the outside in can create an air of...
Background Check
52 “You aren’t from Galilee too, are you?” they replied. “Investigate and you will see that no prophet arises from Galilee.” (John 7:52 CSB) More than likely we have all been subjected to a background check. Employment checks have extended to looking people up on social media to get a feel for...
The Strength Allowed
29 I labor for this, striving with his strength that works powerfully in me. (Colossians 1:29 CSB) The latest fad diet, the newest workout program, piece of equipment or the latest supplement cannot provide the most important strength you need. We fuss over our bodies, and that is not in and of...
Salt & Light
13 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt should lose its taste, how can it be made salty?[a] It’s no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled under people’s feet. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city situated on a hill cannot...