Patiently enduring evil

Patiently enduring evil Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires. – James 1:20 2 Timothy 2:23-26  23 Again I say, don’t get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights.  24 A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patientContinue reading “Patiently enduring evil”

Christmas treasure from St. Petersburg ∙

Christmas treasure from St. Petersburg ∙ I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not even the smallest detail of God’s law will disappear until its purpose is achieved. – Matthew 5:18 2 Timothy 3:16-17  16 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training inContinue reading “Christmas treasure from St. Petersburg ∙”

Wise living

Wise living If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise. – Proverbs 15:31 Proverbs 15:31-32  31 He whose ear listens to the life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise.  32 He who neglects discipline despises himself, but he who listens to reproof acquires understanding. Criticism is part and parcelContinue reading “Wise living”