Dear God, I am so alone, and I have no one but You. In times like this, help me draw closer to You. “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will give you strength, I will help you.” Isaiah 41:10
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The Cross of Jesus Christ – “Foolish Wisdom”
For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 1 Corinthians 1:18 The cross is a mystery. How can suffering and dying on a cross be the power of God? The Jews viewed anyone who died on a… Continue reading The Cross of Jesus Christ – “Foolish Wisdom”
What Does the Bible Say about Being Self-Centered?
Living a life of self-centeredness is a sin. If we don’t invite God into the center of our heart, it gets filled with something else instead of God. Our eyes become focused only on ourselves and we look to satisfy the desires of our hearts. Cain is the one who was overtaken by a self-centered… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Being Self-Centered?
Forgive Us Our Debts, As We Also Have Forgiven Our Debtors
Matthew 6:12 And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. When we read this verse, we should think about our life, whether we are still hating someone, whether we do not forgive someone yet. We need to let it go, forgive and love him whom we hated in the past. We need… Continue reading Forgive Us Our Debts, As We Also Have Forgiven Our Debtors
Rejoice on Independence Day With These 6 Bible Verses
On the Fourth of July, Americans celebrate their independence from Britain. In the present times, the holiday is celebrated with parades, picnics, and fireworks. It’s all fun and family gatherings— but back in the day, it was a blessing that came with a lot of deliberation and struggles. Independence Day commemorates the approval of the… Continue reading Rejoice on Independence Day With These 6 Bible Verses
I Have Washed Your Feet, You Also Should Wash One Another’s Feet – John 13:4 Bible Study
John 13:4 so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. 5 After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him.” Luke 22:24 A dispute also arose among them as to… Continue reading I Have Washed Your Feet, You Also Should Wash One Another’s Feet – John 13:4 Bible Study
The Son of Man Did Not Come to Be Served but to Serve – Matthew 20:20 Bible Study
Matthew 20:20 Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and, kneeling down, asked a favor of him. 21 “What is it you want?” he asked. She said, “Grant that one of these two sons of mine may sit at your right and the other at your left in your kingdom.” 22… Continue reading The Son of Man Did Not Come to Be Served but to Serve – Matthew 20:20 Bible Study
This Poor Widow Has Put More into the Treasury Than All the Others – Mark 12:41-44 Bible Study
Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. But a poor widow came and put in two very small copper coins, worth only a few cents. Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, “Truly… Continue reading This Poor Widow Has Put More into the Treasury Than All the Others – Mark 12:41-44 Bible Study
Be Fruitful – Genesis 1:28
Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This… Continue reading Be Fruitful – Genesis 1:28
Love, Pray and Greet Your Enemies – Matthew 5:43-48 Bible Study Guide
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on… Continue reading Love, Pray and Greet Your Enemies – Matthew 5:43-48 Bible Study Guide