What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you. Philippians 4:9 The Philippians had heard and received the word of God, they had learned the truth of the gospel and had seen it outworked in Paul’s own life. Paul now… Continue reading Putting It Into Practice
These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full. John 15:11 The Lord wants only good things for those that love Him and follow Him. In John 15 we learn from Jesus that we are clean because of His word (v3), we bear fruit because of Him… Continue reading Jammed Packed Joy
A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. John 13:34 It is a lot easier to show love when you have been given love. Unfortunately, not everyone has had this experience in their life. There are babies that… Continue reading The Power of Love
Having eyes do you not see, and having ears do you not hear? And do you not remember? Mark 8:18 The disciples were in the boat with Jesus when they began discussing with one another the fact that they had no bread. Actually, they had one loaf between them. Now, let me ask you, if… Continue reading Never Forget
And if anyone will not receive you or listen to your words, shake off the dust from your feet when you leave that house or town. Matthew 10:14 I’m sure you have heard someone say, ‘just shake it off’, meaning, whatever another person has said which has upset or annoyed you, don’t let it get… Continue reading Shake the Dust
And to aspire to live quietly, and to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we instructed you. 1 Thessalonians 4:11 It came to Paul’s attention that some members of the church were not walking in a manner worthy of their calling. They were getting involved in situations that were none… Continue reading Peace, Love and Understanding
They came, bringing to him a paralytic carried by four men. Mark 2:3 This is such a wonderful story of an amazing act of kindness. We don’t know whether the man himself asked to be taken to Jesus or whether family or friends told him about this new teacher that had come to Capernaum. Either… Continue reading Bold Determination
The LORD, the LORD, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness. Exodus 34:6 There is no better example of patience than that which is shown by God himself. Today’s verse is a record of God’s own words spoken to Moses on Mount Sinai. This comes after the… Continue reading Holding On To Patience
Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Galatians 6:1 It is easy to stumble on the narrow path and we all falter from time to time. There are varying degrees of slip-ups, from… Continue reading It Could be You, It Could be Me
Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God. Hebrews 13:16 My overall aim for my journey here on earth is to follow Christ’s example and to live a life that is pleasing to God. I want to be able to say with Jesus, “I… Continue reading The Importance of a Good Start
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