“But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses.” Mark 11:26 Imagine not being able to access God because you hold on to the hurt someone caused you, refusing to let it go. Imagine missing out on God’s mercy because you feel it’s foolish to forgive someone who…
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7 During a recent conversation, a particular song was mentioned, and upon singing its lyrics, I found myself pausing to reflect on its meaning. The lines, “When peace like a river, attendeth my way; when…
“I must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day; the night is coming when no one can work.” John 9:4 What would you classify as the most fulfilling or rewarding work you’ve done or that you envision yourself doing? Is it something that earns you a large sum of money,…
“And behold, a leper came and worshiped Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Matthew 8:2 One common mistake we make is assuming that Jesus sees as we do. We might write ourselves off as too weak, too dirty, or too insignificant for the Father. However, this is not…
“Knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” James 1:3–4 Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you wondered when the difficult times would end? A situation that seemed to be dragging on and making…
“The LORD your God in your midst, The Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing.” Zephaniah 3:17 We have probably heard the phrase “God is love” a thousand times, but I wonder if we will ever…
“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. The Bible says in Gal. 4:1 that, as long as an heir remains a child, he differs not from a servant, though he is lord of all. It means that…
“Therefore you are no longer a slave but a son, and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.” Galatians 4:7 As Christians, we celebrate the ascension of Christ into heaven and the finalization of all the works that He came to do for us. His sacrifices gave us access to a new life in Christ,…
“And go quickly and tell His disciples that He is risen from the dead, and indeed He is going before you into Galilee; there you will see Him. Behold, I have told you.” Matthew 28:7 Three days before, Jesus was killed and put in the sepulchre. Darkness, confusion, fear and uncertainty reigned, and all…