As John was bringing his first short letter toward its closing, he stated a purpose of his writing similar to what he stated in his Gospel. (John 20:31) We read. . . “(13) I write these things to you who believe in the name of the … [Read more...] about IN HIS NAME!
Knowledge
CONVICTED BY THE CONSTANT!
In the opening of John’s second short letter, we read. . . “(1) The elder to the elect lady and her children, whom I love in truth, and not only I, but also all who know the truth, (2) because of the truth that abides in us … [Read more...] about CONVICTED BY THE CONSTANT!
KNOW, KNOW, KNOW!
Often the proper acknowledgement of one thing aids in the rightful acknowledgement of something else. However, when there is a lack of acknowledging something true, that can lead to the missing of other realities. As Paul noted, some are not able to accept the things of the Spirit of God, and even view them as folly, because such … [Read more...] about KNOW, KNOW, KNOW!
TRUE IDENTITY!
When someone excuses a behavior or habit or tendency by stating, “It’s just who I am”, it may be indicative of a lack of willingness to change. However, is it truly who they are, or simply a reflection of mannerisms they have allowed to develop? Does not for such to have developed imply there is the potential for … [Read more...] about TRUE IDENTITY!
WHAT IT IS! (Part 2 of 2)
As we noted yesterday, God’s patience is neither procrastination nor slowness. He has a definite plan that will be fulfilled in His time. His patience is a blessing because of the opportunity it presently provides for lives being turned back toward Him and surrendered to His … [Read more...] about WHAT IT IS! (Part 2 of 2)
