Faith is something unseen, invisible to human eyes: “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” (Heb. 11:1) So, sometimes what we believe can feel allusive, especially during difficulties. Our view of God can be limited by what we know, but also what we trust in the depth... Continue Reading →
Who are the “aged women” referred to in Titus 2? The most obvious answer is those who are older physically and have had a lifetime of opportunities to experience the stages of life: a child, youth, adolescence, middle age, and the older years. This gives occasion to apply sound doctrine in various roles, exper-iences, and... Continue Reading →
Most saints don’t understand how the doctrines actually work with sufferings for our benefit. They’re specifically designed to be ‘for us’ in this dispensation: “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28) Difficult situations are humbling... Continue Reading →
A card game has similar aspects to our faith walk and can help us think about choices. Will we decide to be a player? In the game of life, sometimes we sit it out because of fear, setting aside all the wonderful resources God has provided and what He desires for us. Saints may resist... Continue Reading →
Satan has designed an effective plan (Eph. 2:1-2) to detour, silence, or shut us down, making saints unaware or too busy to help and support one another. Our journey can be shrouded by day-to-day responsibilities and difficulties. This can affect our awareness of needs in our local assembly or circle of influence. Ask yourself: ‘Are... Continue Reading →
Why do we sometimes feel as if we are held captive and do things we don’t want to do? The reason is we still have the flesh, which has lust and sin. This will not change until we get our glorious new bodies. Satan is temporarily the god of this world (II Cor 4:4), but... Continue Reading →
Do I really need to pray for more help, more strength, and more insight from God? As you ponder this, ask yourself if you really need more from God. II Corinthians 12:9 says, “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I... Continue Reading →
““And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;” I Thesssalonians 4:11 In this society and time, saints seem to have the tendency to stay in a state of busyness. This is a focus on the issues of this life,... Continue Reading →
Our spiritual walk as a believer is affected by our free will choices in circumstances and where we are in our understanding of Romans 6-8’s Sanctification Process. This section is foundational instruction for saints on how to consistently walk after the grace doctrines laid forth in Paul’s epistles to attain holiness. Romans 6-8 is a different... Continue Reading →
God perfectly provides the Body of Christ with a strategic edification-education process whereby saints are progressively established and matured; it is contained within Roman’s-Philemon. This process is different than many Bible processes, which are found in small sections of verses. The Edification Process spans all of Paul’s epistles, providing a structured coursework to grow spiritually,... Continue Reading →
“But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.” (James 1:14-15) This process has value through dispensations, yet James 1:1 writes “to the twelve tribes” of Israel. (Prove all things... Continue Reading →
21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. 22 Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, 23 And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted beasts,... Continue Reading →
1) “My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee; 2) So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding; 3) Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding; 4) If thou seekest her as silver, and search-est for her as for hid treasures; 5) Then... Continue Reading →
Sometimes, a saint may think to themselves, How can I encourage others, when I live far away or am homebound? We are to be God's representatives while we are here on earth: “Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.” (II... Continue Reading →
A study option to consider when approaching your Bible is regularly 'asking yourself application questions.' These will help you to practically live the doctrine and verses you are reading or learning. In the Word itself, God shows us many ways to look at and study the Scriptures, however, for a quick list of ideas for... Continue Reading →
What is clutter? It is acquiring and maintaining things in a crowded, chaotic manner.This kind of disorder can make things difficult to manage or utilize. Clutter is generallythought of in the physical realm, what is seen around us. Yet, it can refer to a state ofmind or heart. Clutter can hinder us from living the... Continue Reading →
When we share the gospel with the lost, we help unbelievers invest in eternal life with our Savior. God offered His Son to be the perfect sacrifice to fully pay for all his past, present, and future sins: “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for... Continue Reading →
In a time when finances are tight and needs are high, how can we give, doing all things unto God? “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” (Col. 3:23) While I Corinthians 16 provides direction on financial support to others, we are to know that money is... Continue Reading →
From birth forward, each person learns to serve his own physical needs, progressively developing a passion for a multitude of worldly enticements. Our nature is to hyper-focus on our bodies, becoming addicted and under its power to serve its every need. If we’re hungry, we feed it, and when fearful, we protect ourselves. The flesh... Continue Reading →
Personal conviction is becoming fully persuaded in your heart and mind, about something. This often takes time and study, thinking about the topic or issue and turning ideas over and over to assess it from different angles. Study of things from the Word of God is imperative and not just for students or teachers. In... Continue Reading →
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