Submission is defined as yielding or being in subjection to a superior, authority, or another person’s will; to comply, surrender, or humble oneself unto another. The most powerful example of submission is our dear Lord Jesus Christ. (Take a brief pause here to read Philippians 2:5-8) Though fully God, Christ chose in love to humble... Continue Reading →
How would you define a “spiritual babe” according to Paul’s epistles? Herein are 6 Characteristics of Spiritual Babes! PTL! 1. Spiritual Infancy Is Doctrinal Immaturity. In Ephesians 4:14, a spiritual babe is a believer who lacks doctrinal stability and discernment leaving them vulnerable to confusion and deception. Paul describes such a person as being “children,... Continue Reading →
Ephesians 5:1-21 provides general admonitions and warnings to each of us as members of the Body of Christ. Interestingly, the last direction given in this section is to be humble in relationships: “Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.” (vs 21) Verses 1-21 were built upon Paul’s prior instruction, where we were... Continue Reading →
The Body of Christ is given an admonition in Ephesians 5:17-20, which enables each of us in the roles we have as women to live God’s will and walk in love. (vs.1-2) Instructions are found in Ephesians 5:14-17 teaching us to a) Wake up, b) Attain the light Christ has to offer, c) Walk circumspectly... Continue Reading →
Ephesians 5:1-21 provides general admonitions and warnings to us on how to walk out (apply) sound doctrine given so far in Romans-Ephesians 4. What would it look like? We would be “followers of God, as dear children; And walk in love.” (Eph. 5:1) This section is a mix of instructions and warnings. Let us take... Continue Reading →
What have we learned so far in Ephesians 4? “This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that ye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk, in the vanity of their mind,”(vs17) Paul goes on to say they are alienated, ignorant, and blind in heart. (Eph. 4:18) This is NOT what we’ve learned. Instead,... Continue Reading →
Many can tend to dismiss Romans 7 being unto the Body, to be doctrine to Israel. Why? Romans 7:1 says, “Know ye not, brethren, (for I speak to them that know the law.) how that the law hath dominion over a man as long as he liveth?” Below see why Romans 7 is highly important... Continue Reading →
How can I deal with anxiety and worry as a wife and Mom? Self-care is important in these roles as women, as we affect so much being centerstage in the home. Some verses that can help as we dwell on them, thinking how they relate: Confidence: In Romans 8:31-39, we see that God has provided... Continue Reading →
Ephesians 4:12 outlines God’s three objectives as our calling in the Body of Christ: 1) “For the perfecting of the saints, 2) for the work of the ministry, 3) for the edifying of the body of Christ.” A study tool is being used to assist us to realize these goals. Each phrase begins with the... Continue Reading →
The end of Ephesians 3:16,19 teaches saints to be equipped and “strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.” God’s mighty eternal power and wisdom enable us “To know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.” To mature in Christ’s love, it’s... Continue Reading →
1. What does Scripture teach about women working outside the home? Generally, we are not given instructions about all situations or problems we encounter, as was Israel under the law. Paul provides general guidelines to guide us. At times, Paul gives his judgment on marriage using general principles he learned, which becomes the Word. (I... Continue Reading →
1. How do we ‘put on’ and ‘put off’ things in our walk as believers?A simple example: A saint who has been walking after the flesh can ‘put off’ the flesh by ‘putting on’ God’s way of thinking, to manifest Christ. The mind is renewed and transformed with godliness by thinking on wisdom. This sound... Continue Reading →
Rightly dividing saints often understand the basics of grace doctrines. However, toprogress in the walk of faith, do we know the outworking of them in life situations? Forexample, when an old friend or your 21-year-old daughter engages in ungodlybehaviors, how do you apply verses in grace? “But now I have written unto you not tokeep... Continue Reading →
What is an idol? It is anything on which we set excessive attachment, usurping God andHis Word. This is the exaltation or elevation of something in our minds and hearts in thehighest position, taking one’s time, thoughts, and affections. There is “One God andFather of all, who is above all, and through all, and in... Continue Reading →
Could you clarify Titus 2:4… how to love my husband and children? The term love has two aspects. One is to have godly care, devotion, and affection and the other is charity, which is love in action. “Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. Be kindly... Continue Reading →
Learning to see someone’s heart and soul, rather than focusing on their flesh is beneficial as we minister. I call it having ‘love eyes’ for others. Godly love is unconditional love and kindness, yet we are to remember: “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” (Col. 3:23)... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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