Nov 22, 2015
In the Bible, those who have surrendered their lives to Jesus as their God and Savior are individually called “Christians” and collectively referred to as “the Church.” Now the truth is, make no mistake about it . . . Jesus is “head over heels” in love with the Church. So much so, that to illustrate the...
Nov 15, 2015
For the follower of Jesus, joy is serious business. Indeed, if anyone in this hurting world is capable of having a happy heart it should be those who love Christ and know He loves them. But even for believers, circumstances can make being joyful a challenge. Take for example, the Philippian Christians of Paul’s...
Nov 8, 2015
The Bible says that Christians will be able to demonstrate the reality of their faith in Jesus on the basis of how well we love each other (John 13:35). Now a very tangible way of showing love is by giving honor. In Romans 12:10 the Apostle Paul tells us ... Love each other by taking delight in honoring one...
Nov 1, 2015
Have you ever known someone that always seems to make life better for the people around them? It’s easy to recognize such a person because they benefit whomever they are with. The Apostle Paul had just this kind of buddy at his side when he was . . . a prisoner in Rome for preaching about the Gospel “kingdom”...