The Lord gave us bodies to last, but not forever in this life. As time goes on, they break down, and eventually, death comes. But that is not the end of the story!And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.- Romans 8:23As we age, we groan inwardly and outward...  Read More

It is a blessing to have intelligence, strength, and abilities. But perhaps more importantly, we need to have an excellent spirit like Daniel. "Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm." - Daniel 6:3   Read More

The belief that all roads lead to God is false. It is a device of the devil to deceive people who do not know the Scriptures. "I, even I, am the LORD; and beside me there is no saviour." - Isaiah 43:11  Read More

The trials and troubles of life that seem to be intent on destroying us are actually working for us. They are not in control. Our God is. "And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us." - Romans 5:3-5  Read More

Every person lives in bondage to sin from which we cannot escape. But the Lord can surely deliver us. "And, behold, the angel of the Lord came upon him, and a light shined in the prison: and he smote Peter on the side, and raised him up, saying, Arise up quickly. And his chains fell off from his hands. And the angel said unto him, Gird thyself, and bind on thy sandals. And so he did. And he saith unto him, Cast thy garment about thee, and follow me." - Acts 12:7-8  Read More

The troubles of life that we face are sometimes compared to being in a boat on a stormy sea at night. And that can be terrifying. "But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea." - Matthew 14:24-25  Read More

It is sad that some who have believed in Christ for salvation have been ashamed to let it be known to others. But it should never stay that way. "And after this Joseph of Arimathaea, being a disciple of Jesus, but secretly for fear of the Jews, besought Pilate that he might take away the body of Jesus: and Pilate gave him leave. He came therefore, and took the body of Jesus." - John 19:38  Read More

God’s Word is powerful and life-changing, but if we reject it or neglect it, we will not receive the needed benefits that it provides. "For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe." - 1 Thessalonians 2:13  Read More

There are many battles that we face in this life, but the battle against Satan, sin, and death we could never win. Our Lord has graciously won it for us. "O sing unto the LORD a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the victory." - Psalm 98:1  Read More

Sometimes in the midst of hardship, it is difficult to see our blessings. But even then, we must learn to look for them and be thankful to the Lord. "And from thence, when the brethren heard of us, they came to meet us as far as Appii forum, and The three taverns: whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage." - Acts 28:15  Read More

We discover early that there are many inequities in life. Some are rich in material goods, health, friends, and opportunities. At the same time, some are poor in these and other ways. Where do they meet together? "The rich and poor meet together: the LORD is the maker of them all." - Proverbs 22:2  Read More

As we grow in grace, we must continue to strive for consistency in our walk with the Lord. But there will be times when we are weaker than others, and we will find ourselves slipping in some way. "When I said, My foot slippeth; thy mercy, O LORD, held me up." - Psalm 94:18  Read More