Month: July 2021

“And he said to them, “To you has been given the secret of the kingdom of God, but for those outside everything is in parables” (Mark 4:11 ESV) “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will… Continue reading

“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” (Romans 12:2 NLT) “In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be… Continue reading

The secret things belong to the LORD our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our children forever, so that we may follow all the words of this law ” (Deuteronomy 29:29 BSB) “For I want you to know what a great conflict I have for you and those in Laodicea, and… Continue reading

“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

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

“…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

“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

“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

“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

“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