Friends — Will I find unity in the love and fear of the Master Jesus?
The Master Jesus the Messiah gave us the definition of a true friend: “Greater love has no one than this, …
Tag Archives: Philippians 4
Rest — The absence of anxiety
We all need rest. It is essential. I am anxious about so many things. Anxiety is insidious. There is no …
Gentleness — In showing consideration to all
Gentleness is an expression of compassion, seen in God’s dealings with the frail and weak, and expected of believers in …
Joy — Can it become real in our relationships?
Joy is experienced naturally in many circumstances of my life in Jesus and most importantly in relationships I have with …
"Let your gentleness be evident to all." ~~Apostle Paul
Our Father is near. His way of running things is taking hold. It can’t be missed. His presence is right …
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." ~~Apostle Paul
This is His path to peace for me. I don’t understand it for sure but it is true. He is …
"Don’t waver. Stay on track, steady in God." ~~Apostle Paul
Here is some great advise from the Apostle Paul. The best he can wish for us is that we stay …
“Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them.” ~Apostle Paul
If I asked my family, friends and colleagues if it is clear that I am on their side, what would …
“He could show up any minute!” ~~Apostle Paul
Paul lived as if Jesus could show up any minute. He believed it in his core. His passion, every minute, …
“Help them see that the Master is about to arrive.” ~~Apostle Paul
Paul is clear. Jesus is about to arrive. Jesus was also clear. No one knows the time that will happen. …
“I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best.” ~Apostle Paul
When I have changed my mind (repented), I need to fill my mind with the right things. What should I …
“I don’t have a sense of needing anything personally.” ~Apostle Paul
The Apostle Paul was there. He had learned how to be content. He was more than happy. It didn’t matter …
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” ~Apostle Paul
This is worth repeating. It needs to be said frequently. It is absolute. May I rejoice in the Master always. Jesus, …
“Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them.” ~Apostle Paul
Our God is in an amazing mood. We must celebrate that all day long, every single day. Jesus, the Messiah …
“I mean, revel in Jesus!” ~~Apostle Paul
We serve an amazing God. We need to celebrate everything He does for us. Celebrate Him doesn’t quite seem to …
“These women worked for the Message of good news as hard as any of us.” ~Apostle Paul
Am I working hard for Jesus? Am I working as hard as the Apostle Paul? Or am I hardly working? …
“Do your best with them.” ~Apostle Paul
How often do I dog it, not giving my best? Paul challenges us to live differently. We have opportunities every …
“Celebrate God all day, every day.” ~Apostle Paul
Now here is some great advise from the Apostle Paul. He knew what he was talking about. This is how …
“If anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” ~Apostle Paul
How would Paul summarize things? Well, he would suggest that I fill my mind on some things that are positive. …
“Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them.” ~~Apostle Paul
This is a stunning way to approach relationships. And it should be our approach to all we meet, not just friends …
“God doesn’t want his children holding grudges.” ~Apostle Paul
We are God’s children. Now think about it. He has forgiven us. How does he want us to act? Does …
"Do not be anxious about anything." ~~Apostle Paul
My part is to rejoice. God is so very good and He is always in this amazing mood. Jesus has …
