Have things happened to you and you wonder why me and/or why now? When you are having troubles do you want it to hurry and end? Our trials are meant to help us grow in knowledge. We need to be praying during these times for God to help us learn from the trial such as stated in James 1:5 (NKJV) If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all … [Read more...] about Kaylene
Influence
SWALLOW AND SURRENDER!
“I’ll do it myself.” “Back off. I’ve got this!” “I’m fine. I don’t need any help.” “Just give me a moment and I’ll get back up myself.” “I’ll just sit here for a bit while I’m down.” While there are those who do accept the help, sometimes that is … [Read more...] about SWALLOW AND SURRENDER!
GUARDING AGAINST STRAYING (Part 2 of 2)
Facing the reality of clever perverters of the truth and how even our own desires can lead us astray, how can we keep our focus where it ought to be? Jude offered three antidotes to aid in remaining faithful to God. We read. . … [Read more...] about GUARDING AGAINST STRAYING (Part 2 of 2)
GUARDING AGAINST STRAYING (Part 1 of 2)
In Jude’s short letter, he urged his readers to be on guard. There are both external and internal influences that can lead away from the truth of God. Warning with regard to external influences, Jude wrote. . … [Read more...] about GUARDING AGAINST STRAYING (Part 1 of 2)
GOOD COMPANY!
As Jesus noted regarding His disciples (John 17:14-16), we are in the world, but not of it. We are to understand our role in the world as that of being a godly influence. (i.e. Matthew 5:13-16) That necessitates interaction with it. Still, we must remain mindful of our closest associations and the influence of that … [Read more...] about GOOD COMPANY!
