16 The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. 17 Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory. (Romans 8:16-17 NIV) To...

10 If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success. (Ecclesiastes 10:10 NIV) Each day we pick up our tools to wield to meet the day’s challenges. No matter whether you go to school, work as a knowledge worker or actually...

5 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we[a] have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, (Romans 5:1 NIV) When we are justified in doing a thing there is peace around it. Without some level of justification there is no peace. When we act of our own...

2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,[a] whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. (James 1:2-4 NIV) It is...

15 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father[a] is not in them. (1 John 2:15 NIV) When our love is missplaced and does not come from the Spirit within, but comes from a love of the world, pleasure...