Is our intent to deceive others?
Pretense is the purposeful deception of others, usually for the sake of our own interest, safety or pride. Scripture condemns …
Tag Archives: 1 Peter 2
What is the purpose of a church?
Should we be concerned about the use of the word “church“? It is possible that to many believers and unbelievers …
Is patience important in enduring life’s circumstances and sufferings?
I hate pain. I try to avoid suffering, I hate being poor and I don’t go out of my way …
Should we make a clean sweep? Should we call in the expert, Jesus?
So many days we are focused on our house. Is it clean? Is it organized? There is even a show …
Should we make a clean sweep? Should we call in the expert, Jesus?
So many days we are focused on our house. Is it clean? Is it organized? There is even a show …
“Governors as sent by God for the punishment of evildoers and the praise of those who do right.” ~Apostle Peter
God is clear. I must recognize that authority comes from God. This is a foundational principle. I am challenged by …
“Therefore, putting aside all malice and all deceit and hypocrisy and envy and all slander, like newborn babies, long for the pure milk of the word.” ~Apostle Peter
There is a really big deal here. Deceit is defined as “the action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing …
“To this you were called, because the Messiah suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.” ~Apostle Peter
I am to show respect to everyone. It starts with the fear of God. It continues with love of my …
“The Messiah also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps, who committed no sin, nor was any deceit found in His mouth.” ~Apostle Peter
Peter challenges me to follow the example of Jesus. Peter knows. Peter learned directly from our Master Jesus. Jesus has …
Slave — Whose slave are you? God’s? Sin’s?
It is hard to get the issue of being a slave in my mind. In the Greek-speaking world of the first …
Self-Denial — Is it a requirement of following Jesus the Messiah?
There is much to be said about self denial and the scripture repeats this theme over and over. Jesus is …
Church — What is God’s purpose for the called out assembly of disciples?
I’m concerned about the use of the word church. I think to believers and unbelievers it either connotes a building …
Respect — It leads to Godly living
The apostle Peter summarizes the Bible’s teaching on respect in his first Epistle. My mission is clear. Show proper respect …
Magnify God — By Honoring Him
Giving glory to God through worship and through upright living. God’s people are exhorted to praise him and to bring …
Pretense — God’s People Must rid Themselves of Pretense
Pretense is the purposeful deception of others by myself, usually for the sake of my own interest, safety or pride. …
Goodness — God is pleased with the good works of his people
How am I doing with being selfless on behalf of others? It is a pretty telling question if I answer it …
Patience — It’s importance in enduring life’s circumstances and sufferings
I hate pain. I try to avoid suffering, I hate being poor and I don’t go out of my way …
“So clean house! Make a clean sweep of malice and pretense, envy and hurtful talk.” ~Apostle Peter
The culture of this world is full of malice, pretense, envy and hurting others. It can fill my life with …
“So clean house! Make a clean sweep of malice and pretense, envy and hurtful talk.” ~~Apostle Peter
So many days we are focused on our house. Is it clean? Is it organized? There is even a show …
