We all have wants and we all have needs. It is fine to satisfy some (but not all) of our wants, but there are times when wants need to be set aside in order to receive what we need. This is no more true than when it comes to hearing the truth. Sometimes truth hurts, but just like the pain of the … [Read more...] about WANT OR NEED! (Part 1 of 2)
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GOD’S GARDEN!
In the beginning, God created every living creature and plant, and it was all good. He even created a beautiful garden (Genesis 2:8) wherein Adam and Eve lived until sin caused them to be driven out. (Genesis 3:23) God later revealed His plan -- first stated in a promise to Abraham (Genesis 17:8) and later to Moses (Exodus 3:8) … [Read more...] about GOD’S GARDEN!
Defending the Truth…Authority
The Bible Is Our Authority Because: It is God’s word...Matt. 4:4; 1 Thes. 2:13 He is the giver of life...Acts 17:28; Psa. 104:29 He exercises His authority in Scripture...Heb. 1:1,2; 2 Cor. 10:8; 1 Cor. 14:37 There are no untruths in the Bible...2 Sam. 7:28; John 10:35 The Bible claims authority...Heb. 2:14; 1 Pet. 4:11 Jesus used it as an authority...Matt. … [Read more...] about Defending the Truth…Authority
FIRST LOVE!
Do I do what I do because I want to look good to you or to gain your respect? Or is the manner in which I go about my daily life because I love the Lord above all? What is it with you? When Jesus was asked about the greatest commandment, He went immediately to the … [Read more...] about FIRST LOVE!
DON’T BE!
Sometimes we are harder on ourselves than we ought to be. We all make mistakes. We all commit errors. That is the reality of being imperfect people. Therefore, we can be thankful for forgiveness and grace, not only from each other, but especially from God. However, sometimes we may feel we made a stupid mistake; one made because … [Read more...] about DON’T BE!
