Personal Behavior Living Like Christ Psalm 34:11–18 If I spoke like Jesus, what would I say? If I spoke like Jesus, God, I would always pray and be willing to obey. If I behaved like Jesus, I would love life and desire to see many good days. Then my behavior should continue always to be this way. If I thought like Jesus, evil would have no part of me. I would do good in seeking peace. I would pursue it…..
Evangelism Philippians 3:10-21 Don’t be deterred by the suffering when difficult circumstances enter your life in living for Jesus Christ. Knowing Jesus and “the power of His resurrection” (Philippians 3:10) changes your life with an impact that causes you to pay the price. The price involves changing how you live and respond to trials disrupting your life. Daily spending time with Jesus, the Holy Spirit provides you with the truth and strength to face each challenge that will reveal Jesus’…..
Rest Matthew 11:25-29 Rest for your soul; what do you do? How can you get rest for your soul when it is overdue? Resting from the ups and downs of life is a longing we all desire to possess. How do we find rest when we look in all the wrong places to be blessed? There is only one place we need to look, especially when our life is a hot mess. That place is God and His Word…..
Motives Serving Others Matthew 6:1–6 What are your motives when you are focused on praise? Is it for Jesus, or you, when your hands are raised? Can your motives be perfect? Can they be true? What are they when they are concentrated on you? Think about why you give. Is this why and how you live? How, when, and why should you pray? Is it to the Father the things you say? Why do you fast? If your motives…..
Sin Salvation Genesis 3:8-13 A bargain with the devil you do not want to make. It could become an eternal mistake. When you make a bargain with the devil, you have been deceived. Later, all you can do is grieve. You will find yourself engaged in a conversation about who is to blame. Because the deception brings much shame; Then you will have to deal with the denial of the truth. When you make a bargain with the devil, what…..
Bible Study 2 Kings 22:8-12 Learning to study the Bible effectively will reveal incredible things about your life and you. It is vital to regularly spend time studying the Scriptures because it is what God wants you to do. By spending time with God, you will learn about Him, yourself, and the people around you. He wants to help you to know what things in your life need to change. He does not want you to remain the same. Finding…..
Living Like Christ Colossians 3:12-17 How is the world being influenced by you? Let your faith in Christ reflect what you will say and what you will do. Wear the character of Jesus as your daily attire. It will surely be an influence and greatly admired. Dress fully in patience, kindness, gentleness, compassion, and humility too. You will be so well dressed, and the fit will be perfect for you. Living like Christ for others to see, It will surely…..
God’s Love Romans 5:6–11 What is your value, if someone should ask? Would it be the achievements you have made? Would it be your mind, your body, or your intellect? Some things might be considered of value, and there are more than you may think to select. Is there more to you that others would suspect? Would it be your personality or the clothes you wear? Would this make someone value you with care? Do you have the value that…..
SEX Genesis 39:11-23 Run, run, run, as fast as you can. Run from unwanted or enticed sex is not in God’s plan. “Flee from sexual immorality” (1 Corinthians 6:18)like you would a scam. Don’t run toward it, but away from it as fast as you possibly can. Don’t overestimate your ability to resist. Fleeing sexual temptation, don’t embrace it as a friendly kiss. You enable your commitment to Christ to be strong when you allow the Holy Spirit to be…..
God’s Love and Care God’s Provision 2 Kings 4:1-7 Challenging times have come my way. I don’t have the resources to meet my needs today. I need a miracle, Father God, tell me what to do, and I will obey. With the resources I have, I know You will provide for me. You are Jehovah Jireh, my provider; You keep Your promises; this is a guarantee. I will be mindful and grateful for how You are answering my prayer. As…..