BIBLE PASSAGE: All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our sinful nature and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature objects of wrath. But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not be weary, they will walk and not be faint.” (Isaiah 40:31) MEDITATION: Have you ever reached a point when you feel overwhelmed by all that is going on in your … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect” (1 Peter 3:15) MEDITATION: Have you ever thought about what the Lord expects from those He … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: He came to Simon Peter, who said to him, “Lord, are you going to wash my feet?” Jesus replied, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” “No,” said Peter, “you shall never wash my feet. Jesus answered, “Unless I wash you, you have no part with … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: For they mouth empty, boastful words and, by appealing to the lustful desires of the flesh, they entice people who are just escaping from those who live in error. (2 Peter 2:18) MEDITATION: Do you have children? If you do, then wouldn’t you like to guard their eyes and ears from being exposed … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness.” (Jeremiah 31:3) MEDITATION: Have you ever thought about the best way to point others to the Lord? Probably the best way to answer that question is to remember how the … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them.” (1 John 4:16) MEDITATION: How can we measure the impact that our salvation has had on our lives? In other words, how can we know that … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ.” (Colossians 2:2) MEDITATION: What would a perfect world look like to you? If you could live … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “His eyes are on the ways of men; he sees their every step.” (Job 34:21) MEDITATION: How does it make you feel when you think about God watching everything you do? Chances are, if what you are doing pleases the Lord, then you are glad He is watching. But, if you know you … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” (Colossians 1:27) MEDITATION: When we assess the world we live in today, it is easy for us to see that mankind has assumed living outside the boundaries … Continue reading