“And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God” (1 Samuel 30:6 KJV) “For a righteous man may fall seven times And rise again, But… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 12: “Victor or Victim, the choice is mine. (every victory implies a battle)”
“Victory comes from you, O LORD. May you bless your people.” (Psalm 3:8 NLT) “The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the LORD.” (Proverbs 21:31 NLT) “For Jesus Christ, the Son of God, does not waver between “Yes” and “No.” He is the one whom Silas, Timothy, and… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 11: “I was a sinner, I’ve been saved by Grace, now I am a child of the King! Redeemed by the blood of the Lamb! (perfectly perfect in every way)”
“For anyone who hears the word but does not carry it out is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror, and after observing himself goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like.” (James 1:23-24 BSB) “See how very much our Father loves us, for He calls us His children, and… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 10: “It’s never right to do wrong to do right.” (do what’s right, because it’s right, then do it right)
“There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.” (Proverbs 14:12 BSB) “Do not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” (Galatians 6:7 NKJV) “But Samuel replied, “What is more pleasing to the LORD: your burnt offerings and… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 9: “Always say what you mean, and mean what you say.”
“But most of all, my brothers and sisters, never take an oath, by heaven or earth or anything else. Just say a simple yes or no, so that you will not sin and be condemned.” (James 5:12 NLT) “Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘you shall not swear falsely,… Continue reading
Eric’s Life Lesson # 8: “Content but not satisfied”
“Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.… Continue reading
Young Life In An Old Package
“..do not sorrow, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10 NKJV abbreviated) “Bless the LORD, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless His holy name! Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, Who… Continue reading
Life Will Find A Way
“Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord and not for men.” (Colossians 3:23 BSB) “You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.” (Deuteronomy 6:5 NKJV) “Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night… Continue reading
Life Calling Clarified
“Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world.” (1 John 4:1 NKJV) “We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well to take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place,… Continue reading
In Life, Sometimes A Step Back Is A Step Forward
“Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time.” (1 Peter 5:6 NKJV) “Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before a fall.” (Proverbs 16:18 NKJV) “But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they… Continue reading