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WHEN A NATION DISOWNS GOD AND HIS PRINCIPLES

BIBLE PASSAGE: Then the Lord rained down burning sulfur on Sodom and Gomorrah—from the Lord out of the heavens. (Genesis 19:24) MEDITATION: The landscape of America is rapidly changing and many are shocked at what they are witnessing, but ungodly nations have been living in this environment for a long time. It should not be … Continue reading →

THE MASTER OF THE MEDIA

BIBLE PASSAGE: “in order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes.” (2 Corinthians 2:11) MEDITATION: The devil is trying to warp the minds of people through the entertainment industry of radio, television, music, internet and film. He knows very well how to use these things; he is even … Continue reading →

EMBRACING HOW GOD IS MOLDING YOU INTO A NEW PERSON

BIBLE PASSAGE: “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.” (John 15:1-2) MEDITATION: When Solomon built his temple, he employed eighty thousand stonecutters. They … Continue reading →

Adversity (2 of 5)

ADVERSITY (2 of 5): Adversity will affect us all at some point in our lives. 4.   Adversity can be: God’s way of conquering our pride. Pride is: – Egotism. – An over-emphasis on ourselves. – Self-centeredness. – More concerned about our:            – Feelings            – Desires            – Goals            – Performance            … Continue reading →

CHRISTIAN LOVE

BIBLE PASSAGE: Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. (Romans 13:8) MEDITATION: Just to be clear, ‘true’ followers of Jesus Christ do not have a “holier than thou” attitude. No true Christian looks down their nose at non-Christians, nor does he … Continue reading →

THE MASTER OF SATAN

BIBLE PASSAGE: “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) MEDITATION: The devil may be powerful, but God is all powerful (omnipotent). The kingdom does not belong to Satan. It belongs to … Continue reading →

EVIDENCE OF THE RESURRECTION

BIBLE PASSAGE: For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in Him. (1 Thessalonians 4:14) MEDITATION: Jesus was not a divine man; He was not a human God; He was the God-man; perfect humanity and perfect Deity. How do … Continue reading →

FINDING ENCOURAGEMENT DURING THE TRIALS OF LIFE

BIBLE PASSAGE: “Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.” (1 Peter 4:12) MEDITATION: Has something bad ever happened to you that caused you to think something like this:     “What did I do? I must have … Continue reading →

BELIEVERS HAVE SOMETHING TO SHARE WITH OTHERS

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: When a reporter interviews a pastor, he may ask,     “Do you … Continue reading →

JOY CAN BE FOUND IN UNUSUAL WAYS!

BIBLE PASSAGE: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds.” (James 1:2) MEDITATION: Let’s be honest, sometimes we have to admit that it’s hard to “consider it all joy”. Sometimes we complain and rather than being humbly grateful, we get grumpily hateful. We may be living our life … Continue reading →

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