God wants us to be the person to whom He can give secret counsel, a person with whom He can have a deeper friendship. There is more, so much more, in deeper friendship with the Lord.
Read MoreIf we are going to live a righteous life, we need to be accountable to God first and then one another. We will all give an account to God in the future whether we want to or not.
Read MoreSatisfaction is related to the quality of life. Satisfaction comes from living righteously and seeking to raise the level of quality in relationships, service, and product.
Read MoreAs a temporary fix, the law revealed problems that lay deep within the human heart and needed a solution at the source. In Christ we have a solution that covers the problem. But it extends much further than that. We have been made holy!
Read MoreChristianity can be separated from all other religious orientations by asking one question. On what basis are you accepted?
Read MoreThe essential prerequisite to knowing the will of God is the willingness to do it.
Read MoreAs Christian leaders and parents we may not always be able to control those under our authority, but we can always love them.
Read MoreOne of the major symptoms of depression is withdrawal from meaningful relationships. You may feel like you want to be alone, but you need to stay connected to God and in contact with the right people. We absolutely need God, and we necessarily need each other.
Read MoreWe have the opportunity to serve and build others up, giving of ourselves for their benefit. But that only flows from a fullness found first in Christ. We are truly complete in Christ!
Read MoreFear need not control us, because we know that the most powerful being in the universe, who loves us with an everlasting love, knows what is happening and is bringing about his divine plans in His time.
Read MoreIf we start to look at peoples hearts the way God does, we will start to see as God sees. And we will guard against envy creeping into our hearts.
Read MoreDid you know that you make God smile? God delighted in you long before you could “do” any great works for him.
Read MoreWe need to listen to God, to hear if He wants us to wait.
Read MoreRemembering how God rescued us can sure up the foundation of our love for Him.
Read MoreDear Saints, you have been washed, sanctified, and justified in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God. We are a pure bride for God!
Read MoreGod chose you and set you apart for His purposes. He made you blameless before Him so that you can stay connected with Him while fulfilling His purposes for your life.
Read MoreAny crisis in the home can make or break you. You can choose to grow through the crisis and become a better person than you were before. Romans 5:3, 4, encourages, "We also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope."
Read MoreBy the grace of God we can stand before His throne with our relationship restored.
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