If courage is grace under pressure, perseverance is its cousin. Perseverance is the virtue of trying again, and then trying again, and again, until we achieve our goal. Nothing great was ever accomplished without perseverance. Some people have marvelous natural gifts and are capable of wonderful things. But they lack staying power. When they meet… Continue reading The grace to try again: Bible verses and inspirational quotes about perseverance
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The Prayer of Jabez – Charles Spurgeon Sermon
“Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed!”—1 Chronicles 4:10 We know very little about Jabez, except that he was more honorable than his brethren, and that he was called Jabez because his mother bare him with sorrow. It will sometimes happen that where there is the most sorrow in the antecedents, there will… Continue reading The Prayer of Jabez – Charles Spurgeon Sermon
What is the purpose of prayer?
Prayer is an important part of the Christian life. It is the way we communicate with the Lord and praise Him. To understand the purpose of prayer, it is important to first understand what prayer is not. There are many wrong views in the world and culture about prayer, even among Christians, and these should be… Continue reading What is the purpose of prayer?
The Thanksgiving Habit
O, Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His mercy endures forever! 1 Chronicles 16:34 In everything give thanks , for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus! 1 Thessalonians 5:18 The annual Thanksgiving Day in America, has grown to be a national festival. It is a day of rejoicing. It summons… Continue reading The Thanksgiving Habit
‘Hatred stirs up conflict’: 11 Bible verses about anger
We live in an angry world, ruled by conflict. Whether in our families, our polarised politics or online trolling and verbal abuse, it’s easy to find those who’ve been riled up into a state of rage. Sometimes, anger can come from a good place – a frustration at the world’s evil and injustice. The Bible… Continue reading ‘Hatred stirs up conflict’: 11 Bible verses about anger
Praying with Thanksgiving
There are two words often overlooked in the lesson about prayer which Paul gives us in Philippians 4:6-7. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your… Continue reading Praying with Thanksgiving
What is prayer?
Prayer is that activity of believers whereby they communicate with God, worshipping him, praising him, thanking him, confessing to him and making requests of him. This article will be concerned mainly with those aspects of prayer connected with requests, whether personal or for others. Concerning other aspects of prayer see Confession ; Fasting ; Praise ; Worship . God’s power and human helplessness Believers pray because… Continue reading What is prayer?
The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 4
We’re looking at Galatians 5:16-25. Let me read that passage to you again. Paul is writing to believers, obviously to those in Galatia, and to all believers and to us. “But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. For the flesh sets its desire against… Continue reading The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 4
3 people in the Bible who can teach us a thing or two about making the wrong decisions
“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:16-17) The Bible is able to teach us how to make the right decisions every time we are… Continue reading 3 people in the Bible who can teach us a thing or two about making the wrong decisions
Thanksgiving Series: Of Thankfulness to God
1 Thessalonians 5:18 KJVIn every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Thankfulness follows contentment: a discontented man is not thankful for anything; but a contented man is thankful for everything. Thankfulness is a branch of godliness; none but a godly man is truly a thankful man:… Continue reading Thanksgiving Series: Of Thankfulness to God