Hated for Believing in Christ

Hated for Believing in Christ If the world hates you, remember that it hated me first. – John 15:18 1 Peter 4:12-16  12 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery trials you are going through, as if something strange were happening to you.  13 Instead, be glad – for these trials make youContinue reading “Hated for Believing in Christ”

Perfect peace ∙∙

Perfect peace ∙∙ You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you – Isaiah 26:3 Colossians 3:15-17  15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful.  16 Let the word of Christ richlyContinue reading “Perfect peace ∙∙”

Speak smooth things – prophesy illusions ∙

Speak smooth things – prophesy illusions ∙ [They] say to the seers, “Do not see,” and to the prophets, “Do not prophesy to us what is right; speak to us smooth things, prophesy illusions.” – Isaiah 30:10 – ESV They tell the seers, “Stop seeing visions!” They tell the prophets, “Don’t tell us what isContinue reading “Speak smooth things – prophesy illusions ∙”

Adversity – a catalyst for greatness

Adversity – a catalyst for greatness Every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory through our faith. 1 John 5:4 1 John 2:12-17  12 I am writing to you, who are God’s children, because your sins have been forgiven through Jesus.  13 I am writing to you who are matureContinue reading “Adversity – a catalyst for greatness”

The kingdom suffers violence

The kingdom suffers violence From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence, and the violent take it by force. – Matthew 11:12 Joshua 1:5-10  5 No one will be able to stand against you as long as you live. For I will be with you as IContinue reading “The kingdom suffers violence”