The wisdom from above is pure.James 3:17 The wisdom that comes from God is pure because God is holy. Purity is similar to light in that it dispels darkness without being influenced by it. When heavenly wisdom comes down to an imperfect earth, it is not affected. The wisdom of earth says to strive for happiness at all cost. Wisdom…
Everyone who competes in the games exercises self-control in all things.1 Corinthians 9:25 If you are striving to be obedient to God’s will, you must practice obedience. Self-control is part of the process of faith, not the product. Habits play a role in our visible faith. Flesh habits are those things you do to please yourself. Faith habits are those…
For from Him and through Him and for Him are all things. Romans 11:36 We believe all things are working for God or not. It is that simple. When we trust that “from Him, through Him and for Him are all things,” we simply follow. The situations that cause suffering are for our sanctification. God wants us to seek His…
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…