What if someone says he has faith but does not have works?James 2:14 When it comes to faith people are either interested or invested. Christians who have a simple interest in walking with faith drift because they follow when convenient. You cannot drift into greater faith. Invested believers stay devoted because they are committed to a working faith. Salvation is…
The purpose of the Lord will stand.Proverbs 19:21 All people stand parallel because all people are imperfect. As a result, we should not get bitter with anyone for any reason. People will hurt us intentionally and unintentionally. Do not let bitterness remove God from His throne. Your destiny is never derailed or even delayed. (All plots against you are perceived.)…
Let all bitterness…be put away from you.Ephesians 4:31 When you are a Christian you can operate with faith greater than circumstantial bitterness. We do not control our circumstances. Therefore, let your circumstances become God’s concern. Challenging circumstances do not make us better. God makes us better in the midst of our challenging circumstances. You can be defined by your circumstances…
Be sober-minded and watchful1 Peter 5:8 The only way to live obedient to God’s will is by operating in righteousness. Righteousness is only possible by the cleansing through Jesus and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. We are put in a righteous position when we put our faith in Christ. We can proceed in righteousness by keeping our mind aligned…
The world and its desires pass away.1 John 2:17a If you love the world, you will proceed without purpose. Do not live for worldly desires by allowing Jesus to dictate your direction. Instead of craving power, consider serving. Instead of craving position, consider stillness. Instead of craving prosperity, consider selling. Instead of craving pleasure, consider sacrifice. You will find freedom…
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly.Colossians 3:16 We do not come to church to define ourselves by those around us, but to be refined by God. Church is where we learn how to reason, reflect, and respond like Jesus. When we reason, reflect and respond like Jesus our decisions, desires, and destinations are deliberate. Do you base…
The lust of the eyes…comes not from the Father but from the world.1 John 2:16 There are many churches who are entertaining eyes instead of enriching minds. Disciples cannot be trained if they are deceived into thinking their beliefs have worldly benefits. Too many people go to church for captivating programs and concert-like productions; comfortability instead of conviction; friendship instead…
The lust of the eyes…comes not from the Father.1 John 2:16 Lust is the result of a lack of love for God. The lust of the eyes is the desire to acquire things we visualize as valuable. Satan used the lust of the eyes as an avenue of temptation for Adam and Eve (Gen. 3:6). The enemy also used visual…
The love of money is a root of all kinds of evils.1 Timothy 6:10 Wealth is not evil or wrong. It is when we worship our wealth that we wander. We live in a day where outward prosperity is what proves worth. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness” (Matt. 5:6). You cannot be greedy and glorify God.…
A person is a fool to store up earthly wealth.Luke 12:21 Never assume that your money will insulate you from hardship. If you are materially blessed by God, use it to minister to others. If you think money is all there is to life, you will never find contentment. Do not let your desire for wealth be your guide: greed…