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I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? (PART-30)

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? HEAVENLY WISDOM To contrast the attitudes created in hell mentioned in the previous devotional (part-29), James gives us the traits of heavenly wisdom.     But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure;     then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy     and good fruit, impartial and sincere. … Continue reading

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT (part-29)

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? ENVY AND BOASTING There are many characteristics that should not be evident or even detected in the lives of believers; James mentions two of them.     But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts,     do not boast about it or deny the truth. (James 3:14) ‘Envy’ … Continue reading

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? (part-28)

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? TAMING THE TONGUE James reminds us that we have the ability for taming all kinds of animals, yet we do a lousy job of controlling our own tongues.     All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles and sea creatures     are being tamed and have been tamed by mankind, but     no … Continue reading

THE JOY OF THE LORD IS YOUR STRENGTH!!

BIBLE PASSAGE: Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10) MEDITATION: What do people see when they look at you? Do they see … Continue reading

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? (part-27)

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? USE OF TONGUES Just to be sure his point about ‘misusing our tongue’ is understood, James gives us an example of how something small can control something large.     When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them     obey us, we can turn the whole animal.Or take … Continue reading

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? (part-26)

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? STUMBLING / IMPERFECTIONLiving as a Christian has its share of challenges and disappointments. Our disappointments can increase dramatically whenever we succumb to temptations. So what do we do to ease the pain of guilt when we sin? The scriptures encourage us to confess our failures and ask for forgiveness. Unfortunately some … Continue reading