1st Cor.2:4] And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man’s wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: [5] That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God. [6] Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect: yet not... Continue Reading →
Paul Set the Tone
In 1 Thess. 2:7. Paul says, “But we were gentle among you, even as a nurse cherisheth her children: So being affectionately desirous of you, we were willing to have imparted unto you, not the gospel of God only, but also our own souls, because ye were dear unto us.” Then, in vs. 10. Paul... Continue Reading →
Knowing What Is The “Perfect” Will Of God
Rom.12:1] I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. [2] And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and... Continue Reading →
Think On These Things
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. – Philippians 4:8 In the closing of the Book of Philippians is... Continue Reading →
“Knowing” What Is The “Good” Will Of God
Rom.12:1] I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. [2] And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and... Continue Reading →
‘Bruising’ Satan Under Our Feet?
Rom.16:19] For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil. [20] And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with... Continue Reading →
Being “Followers” Of God For Godliness Sake
1st Cor.4:15] For though ye have ten thousand instructors in Christ, yet have ye not many fathers: for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the gospel. [16] Wherefore I beseech you, be ye followers of me. [17] For this cause have I sent unto you Timotheus, who is my beloved son, and faithful... Continue Reading →
A Sons Thinking About Godly Intervention
2nd Cor.1:8] For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life: [9] But we had the sentence of death in ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God... Continue Reading →
Never Mind the Study Bible: Study the Bible
One of the most commonly asked questions I get from people is, “What is the best study Bible for me to get?” The answer that I used to give is different than the answer now. I do respect, even appreciate, the labor that has gone into Study Bibles. I have not recommended any study Bible... Continue Reading →
Work Out Your Own Salvation?
Phil. 2:12] Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. [13] For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure. Many oftentimes, Philippians chapter... Continue Reading →
Godly Peace From God Our Father
Rom.1:7] To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. Rom.16:19] For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which... Continue Reading →
Being “Moved By These Afflictions?”
1Thess.3:2] And sent Timotheus, our brother, and minister of God, and our fellowlabourer in the gospel of Christ, to establish you, and to comfort you concerning your faith: [3] That no man should be moved by these afflictions: for yourselves know that we are appointed thereunto. There is a saying, ‘when the going gets tough,... Continue Reading →
Take Off the Training Wheels
Taking a trip down “memory lane” can be quite the trip, indeed. Sometimes that trip can be good. Sometimes bad. We’ve all been down that road before. One such trip is going back to a time of learning how to ride a bicycle. To make thkngs simple, we’ll look at three phases: The Tricycle With... Continue Reading →
How Can The Church Be “Of The Same Mind?”
Rom.15:5] Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be likeminded one toward another according to Christ Jesus: [6] That ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. With any organization or business, being on the ‘same page’ is vital to the overall... Continue Reading →
Properly Adorning The Armour Of God
Eph.6:10] Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. [11] Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. In the military, soldiers adorn their ‘combat gear’ on a daily basis, and even though they are not... Continue Reading →
Second Hand News?
The problem with so many "so called" doctrines is that they are based on a single meaning of words which actually have different meanings. Words such as "elect," "baptism," and "church" are blindly given one blanket meaning, based on presumptions, which are based on theological traditions. Context is Key, and King, in defining words in... Continue Reading →
Vessels To Honor & Vessels To Dishonor
2nd Tim.2:20] But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour, and some to dishonour. [21] If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master’s use,... Continue Reading →
The Secret Place
Psa. 91:1 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. Is this not a fascinating verse? "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty." That's amazing! Does this verse remind you of anything... Continue Reading →
Being Made Perfect By The Spirit
Gal.3:1] O foolish Galatians, who hath bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth, before whose eyes Jesus Christ hath been evidently set forth, crucified among you? [2] This only would I learn of you, Received ye the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith? [3] Are ye... Continue Reading →
A Well Worn Path
Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. - Psalm 16:11 A trip down memory lane. My recollection some years later is of a flat rock, that was just outside of the boundary of a ball field. This was... Continue Reading →
