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THE VALUABLE GIFT OF PEACE IS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO BELIEVE

BIBLE PASSAGE: Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. (Colossians 3:15) MEDITATION: Many people have the wrong concept that becoming a Christian results in changes that will kill their enjoyment of living. This a lie from Satan designed to … Continue reading

DO YOU FEEL YOU ARE INCOMPLETE IN ‘KNOWING THE LORD’?

BIBLE PASSAGE: We know that we have come to know him if we keep his commands. (1 John 2:3) MEDITATION: Have you ever known someone who wanted to join a club or organization and began trying to change all the rules? Changing the rules could be a good thing or it could disrupt the purpose … Continue reading

GENUINE SALVATION INCLUDES NEW VIRTUES WHICH ARE ACTIVATED BY LOVE

BIBLE PASSAGE: Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. (Colossians 3:1) MEDITATION: When we read and meditate on the scriptures, we can easily see that the control center for our faith (or lack of faith) is a combination … Continue reading

ARE YOU MISSING OUT ON A LIFE OF STRENGTH AND THANKFULNESS?

BIBLE PASSAGE: So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, (Colossians 2:6) MEDITATION: Some people miss out on living the ‘good life’ because they fail to realize that salvation is a ‘new beginning’. It gives us the opportunity to live life as we have never experienced … Continue reading

BE BLESSED BY FOLLOWING THE EXAMPLES OF JESUS FOR HIS FOLLOWERS

BIBLE PASSAGE: Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them. (John 13:17) MEDITATION: Would you agree that no matter what is going on in our lives, we can find comfort in knowing we are receiving God’s blessings? One thing we need to remember is that when we believe in, … Continue reading

BE BLESSED BY FOLLOWING THE EXAMPLES OF JESUS FOR HIS FOLLOWERS

BIBLE PASSAGE: Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them. (John 13:17) MEDITATION: Would you agree that no matter what is going on in our lives, we can find comfort in knowing we are receiving God’s blessings? One thing we need to remember is that when we believe in, … Continue reading

WHATEVER CONTROLS US DETERMINES OUR DESTINY

BIBLE PASSAGE: You, however, are not in the realm of the flesh but are in the realm of the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, they do not belong to Christ. (Romans 8:9) MEDITATION: Paul had a unique ability of distinguishing … Continue reading

WE MAKE CHOICES VERY DAY, BUT ONE OF OUR CHOICES IS CRITICAL!

BIBLE PASSAGE: The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. (Romans 8:6) MEDITATION: The Bible is loaded with valuable information but if we fail to read it and believe its contents, then it is of no benefit to us. Some of the information provides … Continue reading

FOLLOWING THE LORD REQUIRES A CHANGE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND ACTIONS

BIBLE PASSAGE: Then Thomas (also known as Didymus) said to the rest of the disciples, “Let us also go, that we may die with him.” (John 11:16) MEDITATION: When Jesus heard that his friend Lazarus was sick, he waited two days until the appropriate time for Him to go see him. So when he heard … Continue reading

FAITH AND TRUST ARE REQUIRED WHEN WE DON’T UNDERSTAND GOD’S ACTIONS

BIBLE PASSAGE: So when he heard that Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days, (John 11:6) MEDITATION: Many times we fail to understand God’s Will in all things. For instance, we know that Jesus could heal his friend Lazarus, but He remained where He was for two days before going to … Continue reading