“‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” “You shall not put the Lord your God to the test.” “‘You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve.’” (Excerpts from Matthew 4:1-11 ESV) Just before Jesus began His ministry He...
Covered & Protected
20 In the cover of your presence you hide them from the plots of men;you store them in your shelter from the strife of tongues. (Psalms 31:20 ESV) With a view that spans many years, we can look back over our lives and see how God has sheltered us and preserved us. It is...
Best Use of Your Time
15 Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. 17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. (Ephesians 5:15-17 ESV) I often ask to those who work for me, “what is the highest...
It Begins With Us
17 For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18 And “If the righteous is scarcely saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?”[a] 19 Therefore let those who suffer...
Imperishable
4 to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, (1 Peter 1:4 ESV) Look around you and consider for a moment what you have that could not be taken from you or will not fade away over time. Only what God offers is imperishable. Everything, and I mean...