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Spirit Empowers Believers BIBLE PASSAGE(s): (Romans 8:12-16, 26-30, 35-39) MEDITATION: ROMANS 8 VERSES 12-13: “brethren” – Paul was talking to believers. “therefore” – Points back to what Paul said about the Spirit in verses 1-11. Paul says we are obligated to live one of two different lifestyles; and, he doesn’t indicate … Continue reading
Experiencing The Gospel’s Power BIBLE PASSAGE(s): (Acts 3:1-8, 11-16, 19-20) MEDITATION: People today want to control their lives but often feel powerless. Young: – No independence; no assets. Middle Age: – Circumstances prevented them from achieving their goals. Elderly: – Moving from independence to dependence for basic needs. Question: Where do people place the blame … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.” (Galatians 6:1) MEDITATION: God’s Word gives us good news…a brother or sister can be restored! Our God is the God of the second … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “I have seen all the things that are done under the sun; all of them are meaningless, a chasing after the wind.” “Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter:Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind.” (Ecclesiastes 1:14, 12:13) MEDITATION: Life can … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “And He died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again.” (2 Corinthians 5:15) MEDITATION: Songwriter and singer, Bob Dylan wrote a song titled, “Gotta Serve Somebody”. The theme of the song was, “no matter who … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, “Abba, Father.” (Galatians 4:6) MEDITATION: Sometimes we read scriptures and casually move on without considering the significance of their meanings. That is why God wants us to meditate on His Words. Have you … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. (Galatians 5:16) MEDITATION: Many believers have had the misconception that when we surrender our lives to the Lord, we will have a life of serenity with no problems. However, we find out that a new ferocious … Continue reading
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
BIBLE PASSAGE: So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. (Galatians 5:16) MEDITATION: In the previous passage, Paul spoke truth to the Christians in Galatia. That truth applies to all Christians, including Christians today. His plea is for believers to not waste their ‘freedom in Christ’ … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies. … Continue reading
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