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LIVING A NEW LIFE IN CHRIST-08 (Ephesians 4:17-32)

EPHESIANS 4:17-32 When we are made “priests”, it means we are clothed in righteousness and our lives have been changed. Old habits that are considered unrighteous have been exchanged for new righteous habits.     John, to the seven churches in the province of Asia:     Grace and peace to you from him who is, and … Continue reading

AM I GROWING CLOSER TO THE LORD?

BIBLE PASSAGE: Lord, do not forsake me; do not be far from me, my God. (Psalm 38:21) MEDITATION: As we mature as human beings, we find new discoveries and our eyes are opened to many new things. We may have had a misunderstanding about some of things, but now we see them more clearly and … Continue reading

LIVING A NEW LIFE IN CHRIST-07 (Ephesians 4:1-16)

EPHESIANS 4:1-16 Throughout the first 3 chapters, Paul seemed to focus on doctrinal issues; now he turns his focus to practical issues. He starts to write about what should be done as a result of the blessings Christians have in Christ. VERSE 1. As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live … Continue reading

BEING A PEACEMAKER IS ONE WAY OF FOLLOWING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF JESUS

BIBLE PASSAGE: Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness. (James 3:18) MEDITATION: Peacemaking – One 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. In our daily choices we either ‘sow to the … Continue reading

LIVING A NEW LIFE IN CHRIST-06 (Ephesians 3:14-21)

EPHESIANS 3:14-21 Question: Do you think most people view God as a genuine Father, or more as a judge ready to punish every mistake? Why? Question: When we pray, we often ask for God’s blessings – what do we expect as an answer to this request? Question: If we know that God has 100% of … Continue reading

OVERCOMING THE INTERNAL BATTLES OF OUR CHRISTIAN LIVES

BIBLE PASSAGE: I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. (Romans 7:15) MEDITATION: During biblical times the people experienced all kinds of strife, however it is safe to say that in our world today, we also see problems of all … Continue reading

LIVING A NEW LIFE IN CHRIST-05 (Ephesians 3:1-13)

EPHESIANS 3:1-13 Question: Do you think God would give us something and not expect us to use it? God’s plan for Christians is “to do good works”.     For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus     to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us     to do. (Ephesians 2:10) Paul … Continue reading

LIVING A NEW LIFE IN CHRIST (Ephesians 2:11-22)

Ephesians 2:11-22 Question: What are some causes for walls developing between people?     – Prejudice:       (I don’t like their looks, so I’m not       going to have anything to do with them).     – Pride:       (They don’t deserve my       friendship after what they have done).     – Hurt:       (They have hurt … Continue reading