There is a lot of hate in the world. It didn’t start recently, but it certainly feels like people have more hatred today than they did twenty years ago. The Bible is clear about hatred. Hatred starts conflicts (Proverbs 10:12). You cannot say “I love God” and hate your brother (1 John 4:20). In fact, … Continue reading No Matter Who
Tag: 2 Peter 3:9
For A Moment
There are moments in life when we see people getting ahead in the world despite their lack of hard work and integrity. It can result in us to becoming upset, distraught, or even jealous. At times, we may observe people who are going about things the wrong way and flourishing, and we consider following in … Continue reading For A Moment
Ways of God
Read Psalm 86. Today, we are looking at the ways of God. In Psalm 86:11, it says: “Teach me Your way, O Lord, that I may walk in Your truth; unite my heart to fear Your name” (ESV). This verse from Psalm 86 is the verse that kicked off this month of study. The Passion … Continue reading Ways of God
Goodness of God
Read Psalm 86. Today’s verse says: “Lord, you are so good to me, so kind in every way and ready to forgive” (v. 5a TPT). Today, we will focus on God being “so good to me” and you! When you hear the word “good" or the word “goodness,” what comes to mind? For many, the … Continue reading Goodness of God
Not Ashamed Outline
9-17-17 Not Ashamed The Gospel - Romans Road to Salvation Because of our sin we are separated from God (Romans 3:23) The penalty for our sin is death (Romans 6:23) Jesus paid the penalty for our sin (Romans 5:8) If we repent of our sins & confess Jesus as LORD we will be saved (Romans … Continue reading Not Ashamed Outline
Freedom for Everyone
It really upsets me when I hear people say that God sends people to hell. The truth is that hell is a choice. People choose to go to hell because they don’t want a life with Jesus—Who is in heaven at the right hand of the Father. God “wants everyone to be saved and to … Continue reading Freedom for Everyone
Colossians Study: The Will of God
[Colossians 1:9-14] Prayed for: “Wise minds and spirits attuned to His will” [MSG] “All the wisdom & understanding that His Spirit gives” [CEV] “God to give you complete knowledge of His will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding” [NLT] Prayed for: Practical Obedience (1:10) – Knowledge & obedience go together True spiritual wisdom … Continue reading Colossians Study: The Will of God
Twelve Months
King Nebuchadnezzar was given a dream that Daniel interpreted. The king was warned to “renounce your sins by doing what is right” (v. 27 NIV). He had time to do it too. He had twelve months. Talk about patience. God is patient. The king had twelve months to do what was right but he neglected … Continue reading Twelve Months
