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Satan’s trap of “Pride” (4 of 5) There are some things we can see in ourselves, and in others, that are evidences of pride. We may choose to justify them, or deny them, but in our hearts, we know when they are there. We also know that God hates pride. EVIDENCES OF PRIDE 1. A … Continue reading
Hoping For Help (Matthew 8:1-13) Question: How many of us have been in what seemed like a hopeless situation? – It could be a loss of job, financial problems/debts, problems with children (or other family members), health problems, etc. Question: Where to we go for help when things seem hopeless? Note: – … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Pride” (3 of 5) Too much, or incorrect pride, can have devastating consequences in our lives. We cannot risk having something in our life when God has said, “I hate that”. – If a mother or father saw their child with drugs, wouldn’t they hate those drugs (because of what … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Pride” (2 of 5) Question: What causes pride in a person’s life? (we may think someone is else prideful, but others may say that we are prideful). There are several causes for pride in a person’s life. Here are just a few. CAUSES FOR PRIDE 1. Self-centeredness (their life is wrapped up … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Pride” (1 of 5) This is the first of a 5-part series about something God hates, and does not want to exist in the lives of those who belong to His family of believers. Satan sets many traps for us and when we trip on one of them it explodes with damaging … Continue reading
Showing Love (Luke 7:36-50) VERSES 36-38: A Pharisee invited Jesus to eat with him. Question: Why? – The scriptures don’t tell us. – He may have been interested in learning more about Jesus (like Nickademus). – He may have been curious about Jesus (what is this person that I’ve heard about really like?). – He … Continue reading
God calls church leaders. Paul refers to the church leader as an “overseer”.(in another passage (Titus 1:5-7) he used the term “elder”)Note: Most interpreters agree that both words refer to the same position. “overseer” – Indicates the oversight duties of the position. “elder” – Refers to personal dignity and maturity. 1 Timothy 5:17:– Apparently … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE:Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.(1 Peter 5:8) MEDITATION:If you were walking through a jungle infested with ravenous lions, would you be careful to look where you walked?Would you be serious about being wary of the possible dangers? We … Continue reading
Pray For Everyone – Paul wrote letters to churches, but he also wrote letters to two individuals (Timothy & Titus). – Timothy was given charge of the church at Ephesus. – Titus was to oversee the churches in Crete. The churches needed trustworthy leaders who were beyond reproach. – False teachers were showing up everywhere … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE(S):The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.(Proverbs 12:18) My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this:Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.(James 1:19) Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths,but only what is … Continue reading
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