What do you have that you did not receive? ∙ What do you have that God hasn’t given you? – 1 Corinthians 4:7 1 Corinthians 4:1-7 1 So look at Apollos and me as mere servants of Christ who have been put in charge of explaining God’s mysteries. 2 Now, a person who is putContinue reading “What do you have that you did not receive? ∙”
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The course of temptation ∙
The course of temptation ∙ Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. – James 1:14 James 1:13-16 13 Let no one say when he is tempted: “My temptation comes from God.” For God himself is untemptable by evil and tempts no one. 14 But temptation comes to each one,Continue reading “The course of temptation ∙”
Radiant with joy ∙
Radiant with joy ∙ They looked to Him and were radiant, and their faces will never be ashamed. – Psalms 34:5 Psalms 34:1-8 1 I will praise the LORD at all times. I will constantly speak his praises. 2 I will boast only in the LORD; let all who are helpless take heart. 3 Come,Continue reading “Radiant with joy ∙”
Do you have an undiagnosed heart condition?
Do you have an undiagnosed heart condition? ∙ The LORD does not see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. – 1 Samuel 16:7 Ezekiel 36:26-27 26 And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you.Continue reading “Do you have an undiagnosed heart condition?”
Where’s the beef?
Where’s the beef? ∙ Now someone may argue, “Some people have faith; others have good deeds.” But I say, “How can you show me your faith if you don’t have good deeds? I will show you my faith by my good deeds.” James 2:18 James 2:17-20 17 So you see, faith by itself isn’t enough.Continue reading “Where’s the beef?”