Recently reading through first John, I was struck by a thought which took my mind way back into the Old Testament. When we read through the first ten generations from Adam to Noah (Genesis 5), we come across the one who lived the least number of years, but whose life was marked by a notable description. We read. … [Read more...] about WALKING AGREEMENT!
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THE GOOD COMPANY!
The company we are drawn into is significant. As Paul noted, “Bad company ruins good morals” (1 Corinthians 15:33 ESV), let us then also understand what good company leads to and helps sustain. What marks the fellowship of our life? As John noted … [Read more...] about THE GOOD COMPANY!
OUR NAME!
It has been said, “Names are the sweetest and most important sound in any language.” (Dale Carnegie) That statement seems to note the significance of a sense of familiarity in the interaction with others. To remember and speak another’s name … [Read more...] about OUR NAME!
BLESSED BLESSERS!
Similar to the urging of Paul in his letter to Christians at Rome (Romans 12:14-21), Peter urged his readers facing persecution and trials to. . . “(9) Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you … [Read more...] about BLESSED BLESSERS!
ALL ABOUT LIFE!
In speaking about Christ, Paul noted His eternal nature and preeminence in His having been involved in bringing creation to life (Colossians 1:16) and being the One remaining the sustainer of all things. (Colossians 1:17) When John introduced the Messiah in his gospel, he stated that “In him was life, and … [Read more...] about ALL ABOUT LIFE!
