(Remember) to speak evil of no-one, to avoid quarrelling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people. Titus 3:2 The working out of our faith is not only evident to ourselves, but to all those we come into contact with. We interact with hundreds of people on a yearly basis and our… Continue reading Manners Matter
Author: Carolyn Dawson
I am a writer of Bible devotions, a writer of songs and occasionally a writer of poems. I am also a Christian, so I suppose you could call me a Christian writer. My first book - aptly named 'The Narrow Path' will be published in September 2024. I live in Northern Ireland and when I get the opportunity, I love to travel.
Nothing I Can Do
He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit. Titus 3:5 I am so glad and extremely grateful that my salvation is in no way based on my own achievements. Contrary to belief, there is… Continue reading Nothing I Can Do
Nothing To Fear
Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.Isaiah 43:1 What beautiful promises of Yahweh, Father God and Lord of all creation. Put all doubts aside regarding your salvation and fear not... By the power of the Spirit, you were convicted about your life; He called to you,… Continue reading Nothing To Fear
Live Passionately
So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord with a pure heart.2 Timothy 2:22 It seems commonly accepted that girls mature into women but men will always be boys. The truth is, there is a part in all of us that never really grows… Continue reading Live Passionately
No Joke
Doing wrong is like a joke to a fool, but wisdom is pleasure to a man of understanding. Proverbs 10:23 We have all come across those who seem to take nothing seriously and have no regard for consequences. Pranks are second nature and usually come at the expense of making someone else look foolish. Causing… Continue reading No Joke
Persistent Prayer
Pray without ceasing.1 Thessalonians 5:17 Prayer is one of those things that is classed as highly important but then receives low attention. Why is that? We all pray at some stage but to pray without ceasing sounds like a tall order. So, let’s break this short verse down. Pray - proseuchomai = (pros) towards + (euchomai)… Continue reading Persistent Prayer
Due Respect
We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labour among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love because of their work.1 Thessalonians 5:12,13a No matter what congregation or fellowship you belong to, each will have a leadership team. You may know them as… Continue reading Due Respect
Unexplainable Joy
Rejoice always.1 Thessalonians 5:16 Possible or not possible? Joy is normally thought of as an emotion that comes out during positive situations. For the Christian, though, joy is more than a part-time feeling, it is part of our very soul. Although it may be difficult at times, the ability to experience joy in spite of… Continue reading Unexplainable Joy
In Christ Alone
For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.1 Timothy 2:5 For me, this is the ultimate and most important truth – there is one God. The second truth found in this verse follows directly on the heels of the first – there is only one… Continue reading In Christ Alone
Amidst Distortion
Do all things without grumbling or questioning, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world.Philippians 2:14,15 Some folks are great grumblers and have managed to make it into a strange art-form. As soon… Continue reading Amidst Distortion
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