“Why do you pass judgment on your brother? Or you, why do you despise your brother?” ~Apostle Paul
To whom do I answer? Is it the minister, my wife, my boss, or my children? It is a simple …
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“We have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Master Jesus the Messiah.” ~Apostle Paul
What gets us into the game and off the bench? It is faith in Jesus the Master, our Messiah. Faith …
“So, faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of the Messiah [Christ].” ~Apostle Paul
Jesus is talking to us. Jesus is the Messiah and God has put him in charge. We must have faith. …
Is God free to do all he wills?
This is basic but something we must get in our heart and souls. Consider it Theology 101. God can and …
How will we live in harmony with one another?
How is it that we persevere? How will we become mature? How will live in harmony? Our will power can …
“Present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.” ~Apostle Paul
When will we come to Jesus? When will be the right time? Now is the time. Jesus wants us just as …
“While we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son.” ~Apostle Paul
Who does not want to work for someone where there is a complete benefits package? We all do of course. …
“Our Master’s patience gives people time to be saved” ~Apostle Peter
God is patient with sinners. Jesus perfectly models that for me. Jesus is my example. Jesus shows me the way. …
“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~Apostle Paul
We love to eat fruit. We love fruit and juice. It gives us nourishment and refreshes us. May we relish …
Are there really atheists?
There are some “real” atheists in that they reject God. There are also many who believe there is a God …
Does love originate with the Holy Spirit?
Where does love come from? What is the origin of love? Hope does not put us to shame, because God’s …
Has God established human agencies for the government of people?
Why this is important: God does not intend for us to live in chaos. That is not the way of …
“And to the one who does not work but believes in him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is counted as righteousness.” ~Apostle Paul
There are many things we work for, and we deserve to be paid for it. Getting paid for what we …
“That which is known about God is evident within them; for God made it evident to them.” ~Apostle Paul
There are many mysteries with God. But His reality is plain enough. All anyone must do is open their eyes. …
“If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised the Messiah Jesus from the dead will also give life …” ~Apostle Paul
Imagine this: The Holy Spirit, who raised Jesus from the dead, dwells in us. That is stunning. Consider the power …
“She will bear a Son; and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.” ~An Angel
Jesus the anointed King and Messiah’s ministry of forgiveness was foretold. God has a plan. God executes it in His …
“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in the Messiah Jesus.” ~Apostle Paul
True love is forgiving: God loves me so He forgives me for missing His goal (aka sin) for my life. …
“For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be the glory forever. Amen.” ~Apostle Paul
Jesus is my Master. Jesus is the Word of God. Jesus has always been with God. Jesus is the Son …
Can human beings stand against God’s will?
I think most of us struggle with the “will of God”. God is God. What God wants is going to …
“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~Apostle Paul
It is easy to forget about joy. It is essential in the Kingdom of God. The Beatitudes (aka The Jesus …
“In essentials, unity; in nonessentials, liberty; in all things, charity.” ~St. Augustine
News flash. God can handle things with out my help!! God doesn’t need me to correct believers. This can be very …
“But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the fruit you get leads to sanctification and its end, eternal life.” ~Apostle Paul
We have lost this incredibly important concept of Jesus as Master and we as His slaves. We have a man-centered …
“Or do you think lightly of the riches of His kindness and tolerance and patience, not knowing that the kindness of God leads you to repentance.” ~Apostle Paul
Why this is important: When we exhibit the kindness of God, we are tender, benevolent, and useful to others. Every …
“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~Apostle Paul
In some circles, the end game is to be saved. Now that is important, but it is not the end …
“Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities.” ~Apostle Paul
The main thing: God is God. God is in control. I don’t get that some days. What about that jerk …
“In it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith for faith.” ~Apostle Paul
Why this is important: There are some things to be embarrassed by. There are some things to be proud of. …
“Then what becomes of our boasting?” ~Apostle Paul
Being “religious” carries some weight with God, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, not a bit. Not even a little. Being Jewish or …
“Watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them.” ~Apostle Paul
They are smooth. They are slick. They flatter me. What’s the problem? I need to be discerning. There are those who …
“Do you think anyone is going to be able to drive a wedge between us and the Messiah’s love for us?” ~Apostle Paul
God’s love for us is astounding. That is all there is to it. He sent his son Jesus to redeem …
“It’s God we are answerable to—all the way from life to death and everything in between—not each other.” ~Apostle Paul
Who do I answer to? Is it the minister, my wife, my boss, or my children? It is a simple …
“So what difference does it make who’s religious and who isn’t?” ~Apostle Paul
It isn’t about who was raised in the church and has a religious background. Paul is clear on that. If …
Am I worshiping the wrong thing?
We worship everything but God. I trust in my 401k. When I am in financial trouble, I have a credit …
Should I be the judge?
This theme seems very clear. There isn’t too much to be added here. 8 very specific references citing Jesus, Peter …
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