“And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him.” (Hebrews 11:6 NLT) “Having looked on them, Jesus says, “With men it is impossible, but not with God; for all things are possible with God.”… Continue reading
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Eric’s Life Lesson # 54: “Living in the Land of ‘Mystery’ (Faith’s Treasure-House) and ‘Impossible’ (Faith’s Playground).” Part 1: Overview
I am taking a little different approach to today’s blog. Over the next few days I am going to share some things I have learned about the two arenas of life that I believe are central to living by faith: “Mystery” and “Impossible.” For today I am simply publishing scripture that will prepare us for… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 53: “All through history, God is so Good!!”
“…the eyes of the LORD roam to and fro over all the earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose hearts are fully devoted to Him…” (2 Chronicles 16:9 BSB) “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.” (1Peter 5:8 NKJV)… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 52: “Faith puts a smile on God’s face.”
“For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.” (Romans 12:3 KJV) “And it is impossible to please God without… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 51: I am equipped to succeed at life!
“Bless and affectionately praise the LORD, O my soul, and all that is [deep] within me, bless His holy name. Bless and affectionately praise the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget any of His benefits; Who forgives all your sins, Who heals all your diseases; Who redeems your life from the pit, Who… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 50: “I am a Fruit Grower in the Kingdom of Heaven (quality fruit to give away).” Part 10: Self-Control
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV) “Teach the older men to exercise self-control, to be worthy of respect, and to live wisely. They must have sound faith and be filled with love and patience.” (Titus 2:2… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 49: “I am a Fruit Grower in the Kingdom of Heaven (quality fruit to give away).” Part 9: Gentleness
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV) “Now I, Paul, myself am pleading with you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—who in presence am lowly among you, but being absent am bold toward you.” (2 Corinthians… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 48: “I am a Fruit Grower in the Kingdom of Heaven (quality fruit to give away).” Part 8: Faithfulness
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV) “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 47: “I am a Fruit Grower in the Kingdom of Heaven (quality fruit to give away).” Part 7: Goodness
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV) “Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the LORD forever.” (Psalm 23:6 NLT) “His… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 46: “I am a Fruit Grower in the Kingdom of Heaven (quality fruit to give away).” Part 6: Kindness
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV) “Or do you despise the riches of His kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that the kindness of God leads you to repentance?” (Romans 2:4 BSB) “Since God chose… Continue reading
