Let those who are wise understand these things. Let those with discernment listen carefully. The paths of the Lord are true and right, and righteous people live by walking in them. Hosea 14:9 Hosea ended his prophetic book with that verse. In it, he said, Let those who are wise understand these things. As we look into… Continue reading Righteous People Walk In The Paths Of The Lord
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[Romans Study 6-2] Not Just Hearing But Doing (Romans 2:1-16)
[Romans Study 6-2] Not Just Hearing But Doing [Romans 2:1-16] 1 You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge the other, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things. 2 Now we know that God’s judgment against those who do… Continue reading [Romans Study 6-2] Not Just Hearing But Doing (Romans 2:1-16)
Why not focus on Cheater repentance more? – Divorce Minister
Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many. –Hebrews 12:15b, NIV 26 If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left, 27 but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume the enemies of God. –Hebrews 10:26-27,… Continue reading Why not focus on Cheater repentance more? – Divorce Minister
This is Too Good Not to Share
When I leave my house, there are two things I automatically do without thinking. I put on my seat belt, and I let the garage door down (after I’ve pulled out, of course). There have been a few occasions when, a minute later, I’ve asked myself, “Did I close the garage?” I’ve never questioned the… Continue reading This is Too Good Not to Share
How many times should I forgive?
A woman holding a cup of coffee. (Photo by Sam Lion from Pexels)Are you tired of forgiving people you love? Is there a point wherein you asked yourself or God, Lord, how often should I forgive them? Should we limit giving forgiveness to people, especially if they keep on hurting us? Peter even asked Jesus… Continue reading How many times should I forgive?
[Romans Study 1-3] Introduction I: Romans And The Key Figures
[Romans Study 1-3] Introduction I: Romans And The Key Figures Paul, Loyalist To God’s Love “As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?” “Who are you, Lord?” Saul asked.… Continue reading [Romans Study 1-3] Introduction I: Romans And The Key Figures
The Importance Of Forgiveness
Peter asked Jesus a question about forgiving others. After specifically answering Peter’s question, the Lord ended by sharing a parable concerning the importance of forgiveness. Our verse for today concludes a story Jesus told about an unforgiving debtor. After we read it, we’ll look at how the conversation began with Peter’s question. Then the angry… Continue reading The Importance Of Forgiveness
Unforgiveness: The Devil’s Scheme
What’s the Devil’s Scheme? We can’t live on this sinful world without getting emotionally wounded. Does our enemy enjoy our pain? Yes. But he uses it too. Primarily the Devil wants to damage our walk with the Lord. A healthy Christian imitates Jesus. We grow in kindness, humility and servanthood. But a self-serving, embittered, feeble believer? A… Continue reading Unforgiveness: The Devil’s Scheme
Possible to repent? Sure. Likely? No. – Divorce Minister
As a dog returns to its vomit, so fools repeat their folly. –Proverbs 26:11, NIV Within the Christian community, so much pressure is placed upon faithful spouses to “reconcile” with their cheating partners. Sometimes lip service is given to the importance that the cheater has actually changed and will not cheat again. However, the general… Continue reading Possible to repent? Sure. Likely? No. – Divorce Minister
Moses Interceded For Israel With Great Results
What do we mean when we say that Moses interceded for Israel? Spiritual intercession means intervening on behalf of another person to the Lord through prayer. Here in Exodus, God showed us what it looks like when one intercedes for someone else. When Moses interceded for Israel, he found himself literally standing between them and… Continue reading Moses Interceded For Israel With Great Results