Strengthen Through Life’s Trials

“Storms help to make the sailors sturdy, and trials help to make Christians strong in faith.”  Charles Spurgeon. Isaiah 41:13 NLT For I hold you by your right hand—    I, the Lord your God.And I say to you,    ‘Don’t be afraid. I am here to help you. Isaiah 41:10 AMP ‘Do not fear [anything], for I am with you;Do … Continue reading Strengthen Through Life’s Trials

He Believed: He was Baptized!

There comes a time in life when we are confused. It happens to people for a variety of  reasons. There are a variety of reasons that people experience confusion: sometimes it can be the side effects of medication, head injury, low blood sugar, or disease to name a few. But confusion is not always a … Continue reading He Believed: He was Baptized!

Don’t Sin by Complaining

"An unthankful and complaining spirit is an abiding sin against God, and a cause of almost continual unhappiness." - John Broadus. Exodus 16:2 AMP The whole congregation of the Israelites [grew discontented and] murmured and rebelled against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness, Philippians 2:14 AMP Do everything without murmuring or questioning [the providence of God]. Ephesians … Continue reading Don’t Sin by Complaining

Walk in Humility

“Humility is to make a right estimate of oneself.”  Charles H. Spurgeon. Proverbs 11:2 CEV Too much pridecan put you to shame.    It's wiser to be humble. 2 Chronicles 7:14 NLT Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, … Continue reading Walk in Humility

Trust God’s Faithfulness

“God’s faithfulness means that God will always do what He has said and fulfill what He has promised.” Wayne Grudem. Psalm 34:17 AMP When the righteous cry [for help], the Lord hearsAnd rescues them from all their distress and troubles. Psalm 91:4-6 NLT He will cover you with his feathers.    He will shelter you with his wings.    His faithful promises are your armor … Continue reading Trust God’s Faithfulness

Just Obey God

"Our challenge is not to understand God but to obey God. He gives promises, not explanations." T.F. Tenney. John 14:15 AMP “If you [really] love Me, you will keep and obey My commandments. Luke 6:46 AMP “Why do you call Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not practice what I tell you? John 14:23 AMP Jesus answered, “If anyone [really] loves Me, he … Continue reading Just Obey God

God Desires Holiness

“The pursuit of holiness requires sustained and vigorous effort. It allows for no indolence, no lethargy, no halfhearted commitment, and no laissez faire attitude toward even the smallest sins. In short, it demands the highest priority in the life of a Christian, because to be holy is to be like Christ — God’s goal for … Continue reading God Desires Holiness

God’s Name is Holy

We live in a world today where people don't care what they say to you or about you. There is the mistaken belief that they have the right to say what they want, how they want and when they want. However, we are responsible for our words because accountability matters. Most if not all of … Continue reading God’s Name is Holy

Unbelief Begets Disobedience

Obedience is an act of faith; disobedience is the result of unbelief. Edwin Louis Cole. Matthew 17:20 AMP He answered, “Because of your little faith [your lack of trust and confidence in the power of God]; for I assure you and most solemnly say to you, if you have [living] faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, … Continue reading Unbelief Begets Disobedience

God: Our Provider

“God will never allow a flood in your life without providing you a boat within which the storm itself is repelled, the waves ordered calm, and the course set undeterred.” Craig D. Lounsbrough. Philippians 4:19 NLT And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which … Continue reading God: Our Provider