The Progression of Temptation

The Progression of Temptation Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. – James 1:14 James 1:13-16 Let no one say when he is tempted: “My temptation comes from God.” For God himself is untemptable by evil and tempts no one. But temptation comes to each one, because he isContinue reading “The Progression of Temptation”

Partial Obedience: The Enemy of True Obedience

Partial Obedience: The Enemy of True Obedience Even though Jesus was God’s Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered. – Hebrews 5:8 Acts 5:1-4 But there was a certain man named Ananias who, with his wife, Sapphira, sold some property. He brought part of the money to the apostles, claiming it was theContinue reading “Partial Obedience: The Enemy of True Obedience”

The Father’s Watchful Care ∙∙

The Father’s Watchful Care ∙∙ He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. – Psalms 91:15 Psalms 91:1-6 Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This IContinue reading “The Father’s Watchful Care ∙∙”

Why Do We Suffer?

Why Do We Suffer? Even though Jesus was God’s Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered. – Hebrews 5:8 Deuteronomy 8:5 Just as a parent disciplines a child, the LORD your God disciplines you for your own good. 1 Peter 2:19-21: For God is pleased with you when you do what you knowContinue reading “Why Do We Suffer?”

The Fountain of Youth ∙∙

The Fountain of Youth ∙∙ But the centurion said, Lord, I am not worthy to have you come into my home. Just say the word from where you are, and my servant will be healed. I know this because I am under the authority of my superior officers, and I have authority over my soldiers.Continue reading “The Fountain of Youth ∙∙”