We were created for the Lord, but because we are earthbound creatures for the moment, we are often tempted to seek satisfaction and fulfillment upon this earth. But it will never be found here. "Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost." - Romans 15:13  Read More

The Lord has many blessings in store for us, but we must use the means by which He sends them. And that means is faith. "But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him." - Hebrews 11:6  Read More

We all delight in seeing the results of our work and ministry, but there is so much that is beyond our control. "I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase. So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth; but God that giveth the increase." - 1 Corinthians 3:6-7  Read More

We who are saved by grace are more than conquerors in Christ. But for now, we must remember that we have an enemy, the devil, who constantly opposes us. He will not ultimately defeat us, but we must never give him an advantage. "To whom ye forgive any thing, I forgive also: for if I forgave any thing, to whom I forgave it, for your sakes forgave I it in the person of Christ; Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices." -2 Corinthians 2:10-11  Read More

Our bodies are subject to much wear and tear over time, and we are subject to pain, disease, and ultimately to death. But God has more in store for those who are believers in Christ. "Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed." -1 Corinthians 15:51-52  Read More

There are places where we walk where we can easily slip and fall. But there is also a mindset that is slippery and will cause us to fall spiritually. "But as for me, my feet were almost gone; my steps had well nigh slipped. For I was envious at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked." - Psalm 73:2-3  Read More

We should seek to help one another whenever we can, but we often find ourselves in the position where there is nothing that we can do. But there’s one thing that we can always do. "Ye also helping together by prayer for us, that for the gift bestowed upon us by the means of many persons thanks may be given by many on our behalf." - 2 Corinthians 1:11  Read More

There are times of crisis and difficulty through which we must all go. Sometimes it may seem that God is silent and not doing anything. We must not give into feelings, but rather look to Him in faith.  Read More

In the physical realm, children are very eager to grow and become bigger, stronger, and more knowledgeable. The same ought to be true with our spiritual lives. "But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen." - 2 Peter 3:18  Read More

It is impossible to get through life without being opposed and disliked by some people. It is especially difficult to take when it seems that there is no just cause behind it. But even when others oppose us, God is working. "And Joseph said unto his brethren, Come near to me, I pray you. And they came near. And he said, I am Joseph your brother, whom ye sold into Egypt. Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life." -Genesis 45:4-5  Read More

We definitely want and need God to bless us in many ways. And He will surely do so, but we must look beyond ourselves. "God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine upon us; Selah. That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations." - Psalm 67:1-2  Read More

It is easy to trust the Lord when all of our needs are met, and things are going smoothly. We must learn to trust in Him at all times. "Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah." - Psalm 62:8  Read More