Scripture: But as for you, Christ has poured out his Spirit on you. As long as his Spirit remains in you, you do not need anyone to teach you. For his Spirit teaches you about everything, and what he teaches is true, not false. Obey the Spirit’s teaching, then, and remain in union with Christ.... Continue Reading →
Complete the Work
You will do everything you have promised; Lord, your love is eternal. Complete the work that you have begun. Psalm 138:8 Reoccurring themes usually get my attention. Today is another one of those days. The devotional I am reading from Paul David Tripp talked about how at times we get comfortable in His grace. Things... Continue Reading →
Bugs, Rain and No More Shame
““Be glad, people of Zion, rejoice at what the Lord your God has done for you. He has given you the right amount of autumn rain; he has poured down the winter rain for you and the spring rain as before. The threshing places will be full of grain; the pits beside the presses will... Continue Reading →
Purpose or Procrastinate
“Do not deceive yourselves by just listening to his word; instead, put it into practice.” James 1:22 As I seek God’s direction in my life, I really want a clear revelation like Paul received in Acts 26:13-18. He knew he was called to the Gentiles, the kings and then the Jews. it was very... Continue Reading →
His Platform Alone
The attitude you should have is the one that Christ Jesus had: He always had the nature of God, but he did not think that by force he should try to remain equal with God. Instead of this, of his own free will he gave up all he had, and took the nature of a servant.... Continue Reading →
Opportunities
So be careful how you live. Don't live like ignorant people, but like wise people. Make good use of every opportunity you have, because these are evil days. Don't be fools, then, but try to find out what the Lord wants you to do. Ephesians 5:15-17 I have been doing several studies on wisdom lately. I do... Continue Reading →
Stubborn Obedience
“So then, from now on be obedient to the Lord and stop being stubborn. The Lord your God is supreme over all gods and over all powers. He is great and mighty, and he is to be obeyed. He does not show partiality, and he does not accept bribes. He makes sure that orphans and... Continue Reading →
Charades or Obedience
““Quit your worship charades. I can’t stand your trivial religious games: Monthly conferences, weekly Sabbaths, special meetings— meetings, meetings, meetings—I can’t stand one more! Meetings for this, meetings for that. I hate them! You’ve worn me out! I’m sick of your religion, religion, religion, while you go right on sinning. When you put on your... Continue Reading →
