What should we do when Satan tempts us to test God?
Satan comes to us and subtly makes suggestions. Or, maybe they are not so subtle. Satan may even quote scripture …
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How should we examine ourselves?
I shouldn’t let my faith go on cruise control. The Apostle Paul urges disciples of Jesus to examine themselves. I …
“Do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though some strange thing were happening to you.” ~Apostle Peter
Why this is important: The surprises along the way are God’s surprises. He is never caught off guard or unprepared. …
Does God help believers in their self-examination?
Let a person examine himself, then, and so eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For anyone who …
Do we start with enthusiasm? Does the enthusiasm go very deep? What happens when we are tested?
Jesus challenges us to understand that perseverance is more important than passion and enthusiasm alone. God’s goal for us is …
Is our faith in Jesus only another fad, and the moment there’s trouble it’s gone?
Jesus challenges us to go beyond fads and initial enthusiasm in our commitment to Him and God’s way. Our initial …
Are we surprised when fiery ordeals come our way?
I am being refined. No doubt about that. Life does present difficulties. Jesus said that in this world we would …
Do I consider tests and challenges to be a gift from God?
I am tested. I am challenged. That is normal for someone who is a learner (disciple) of Jesus. The challenges …
Jesus calls us all to maturity. I’m not there but I am committed to learn.
I am a disciple and student of Jesus. Students have tests to take. God will thoroughly test me. I want …
“Why are you playing these games with me?” ~Jesus
Jesus has a serious question for me. Jesus wants an answer. Jesus will patiently wait. Jesus is smiling. Jesus isn’t …
“The one who won’t practice righteous ways isn’t from God, nor is the one who won’t love brother or sister. A simple test.” ~Apostle John
Some tests are hard. Others are simple. This one is VERY simple. Loving others deeply and the way Jesus the …
"Don’t you dare test the Lord your God." ~Jesus
Satan comes to us and subtly makes suggestions. Or, maybe they are not so subtle. Satan may even quote scripture …
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