Realize the potential of your words. An evil man is trapped by his sinful talk, but a righteous man escapes trouble. From the fruit of his lips a man is filled with good things as surely as the work of his hands rewards him. The way of a fool seems right to him, but a …
1 Corinthians 11:23-26 (NIV)23 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, 24 and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” 25 …
Refocus on Christ and His commands. Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: ” ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your …
Make relationships the priority of your life. Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: ” ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all …
Deacons, likewise, are to be men worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain. 9 They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience. 10 They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons. …
In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Hellenistic Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. So the Twelve gathered all the disciples together and said, “It would not be right for us to neglect the ministry of the …
Longing for the wisdom of God. The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; Proverbs 1:1-2 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever …
1. God is a lover of life. I (Jesus) have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. 14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know …
1. God has given you freedom to make choices. Then God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along …
Questions for the new year: How can I make better choices? How can I enjoy better health? How can I deepen my relationship with God? How can I improve my relationships with others? Jesus is our example. Every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the Festival of the Passover. When he was twelve years …