Friday, May 16, 2014
I Thessalonians 5:4-7,16-18--"But you, brethren, are not in darkness, so that this Day should overtake you as a thief. You are sons of light and sons of the day. We are not of the night nor of darkness. Therefore let us not sleep, as others do, but let us watch and be sober, for those who sleep,... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, May 15, 2014
Comfort To Those Alive And Deceased Alike
I Thessablonians 4:15-18--"For this we say to you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive and remain until the coming of the Lord will by no means precede those who are asleep. For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Distress Over Others Worth It Especially If They Respond Well
I Thessalonians 3:7-8--"Therefore, brethren, in all our affliction and distress we were comforted concerning you by your faith. For now we live, if you stand fast in the Lord." One of the marks of mature Christian living is thinking of others ahead of oneself. This is well evident in Paul's ministry... Sign in to see full entry.
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
How It Is That We Walk With The Father
I Thessalonians 2:11-12--"As you know how we exhorted and comforted, and charged every one of you, as father does his own children, that you would walk worthy of God who calls you into His kingdom and glory." Contained implicitly within this passage is the circumstances or nature by which we are... Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, May 12, 2014
A Spiritual Courtesy To Fellow Believers
I Thessalonians 1:2--"We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers." It is right and good to be encouraging to and supportive of brothers and sisters in the Lord. But what may be more important than that is to pray for them. To thanks to the Lord for them. It is a... Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, May 11, 2014
Having The Speech As Christ's Ambassador
Colossians 4:6--"Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one." Christ has put you and me, His followers, in unique places, whereat we are called to be ambassadors. As such, according here to the words of Paul, we are to have a ready... Sign in to see full entry.
Saturday, May 10, 2014
The Lord As Our Inner Motivation
Colossians 3:23--"And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men." People may work hard while the boss is present, but what do they do when he is not close by? A man may pour love and affection on his wife when she responds to him, but what does he do when she responds coldly or... Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, May 9, 2014
The Deceit Of The Philosophy Of This World
Colossians 2:8--"Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of this world, and not according to Christ." It is sobering enough for individuals to be reminded of the worldly deceit that is all around them.... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, May 8, 2014
Faith That Is Grounded And Steadfast
Colossians 1:21-23--"And you, who once were alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now He has reconciled in the body of His flesh through death, to present you holy, and blameless, and aboe reproach in His sight--if indeed you continue in the faith, grounded and steadfast, and are... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
In Need, Turn To Prayer
Philippians 4:6-7--"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." When needs, concerns, burdens press... Sign in to see full entry.