Why is it that followers of Christ will never need to fear eternity in hell? After all even followers of Christ will continue to sin (because we are born with a sin nature). Followers of Christ have a hope of eternity of being without sin and that hope is found only in Christ Jesus. […]
What is one way you and I can pray to the living God of the Bible? Using Psalm 37:23 the following is one way to pray: (NASB) Psalm 37:23 “The steps of a man are established by the LORD, And He delights in his way.” ‘LORD, these thoughts, these facts astound me – 1- You […]
When malicious acts are conceived/accomplished with the intent to frighten, destroy, maim or kill – evil is present. Wickedness is exposed with ungodly actions. The Psalmist warns us about such wickedness. The Psalmist also encourages those who love God to continue in righteous actions and choices. In the following verses this author has highlighted the […]
(NASB) Isaiah 12:4-5 “…Give thanks to the LORD, call on His name. Make known His deeds among the peoples; Make them remember that His name is exalted.”
In sports, people want fairness for all the players, especially for “their” team. They are incensed when they feel a wrong call has been made against “their” team. The LORD understands our sense of fairness. However, life is not always “fair”. Living by God’s commands will not make life easier and God warns us of […]
(NASB) Psalm 37:8-9 “Cease from anger and forsake wrath; Do not fret; it leads only to evildoing. 9 For evildoers will be cut off, But those who wait for the LORD, they will inherit the land.” As with any inheritance we must wait for it. “…they will inherit the land.” We can be assured that […]
Cease! Desist! Don’t do it! Stop! Forsake! All are strong admonitions and warnings and they come from God and His word. These words are not yellow signal lights to slow down or to proceed with caution. These words are red signal lights to cease and to stop! This devotional has been considering the word “fret”. […]
What is causing you to fret, to worry, and to be anxious this day? According to the dictionary fret: 1. To cause to be uneasy; distress; vex. 2.a. To gnaw or wear away. b. To produce a hole or worn spot in; chafe; corrode. None of those definitive words appeals to me, do they you? […]
God has committed Himself to the followers of Jesus Christ. He asks us to commit our way to Him, to trust Him (NASB) Psalm 37:5-6 “Commit your way to the LORD, Trust also in Him, and He will do it, 6 He will bring forth your righteousness as the light And your judgment as the […]
Red Letter Day Attribute of God ~ Faithful Knowing something about God is only knowledge. Knowing Who God is, something about God Himself, means so much more than sentimental knowledge. To know God is to experience His attributes for ourselves in our day to day living. With this in mind consider the following Scriptures […]