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I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? (part-34)

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? FRIENDSHIP WITH THE WORLD (1 of 2) We all have one of two choices to make – be friends with the world, or be friends with God. Many people have a desire to be friends with both the world and God, however according to the scriptures, this is not possible.     … Continue reading

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? (part-33)

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? RIGHTEOUS PRAYER In verse two, James was not saying that ‘asking God’ (praying) is a way to get whatever we want. He may have suspected that some might misinterpret what he meant, so he clarifies the intent of his comment.     When you ask, you do not receive, because you ask … Continue reading

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? (part-32)

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? GREED There is a fine line between selfishness and greed. Selfishness wants everything to revolve around the person who is selfish. Greed wants everything everyone else owns – either their possessions or duplicates of their possessions. The bible has many warnings about greed.     The greedy bring ruin to their households, … Continue reading

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? (part-31)

I’M SAVED, NOW WHAT? PEACEMAKINGOne of the characteristics of having spiritual wisdom is, owning an attitude that loves peace. James expounds on the topic of peace and the benefits of being a peacemaker.     Peacemakers who sow in peace     reap a harvest of righteousness.     (James 3:18) In our daily choices we either ‘sow … Continue reading

NEW DEVOTIONAL SERIES ON “JOY” STARTS SOON!

Life can have many “ups” and “downs”, can’t it? We know how “joy” can have a calming effect on our emotions, but too often it can seem far away from us, and instead of enjoying peace in the storm, too often we find ourselves in turmoil as one crisis after another demands our attention. Without … Continue reading