“But as the believers rapidly multiplied, there were rumblings of discontent.” Acts 6:1 In the Book of Acts we get a glimpse into the first major crisis in the Church. Things were not going well in the congregation, and the Apostles were being pulled from Prayer and the Word. God...
Luke 15:25–32. When Jesus tells the parable of the prodigal son, He introduces two brothers. We usually focus on the younger son: the one who ran away, wasted everything, and then returned humbled. But Jesus included the older brother for an important reason. His story isn’t about a dramatic rebellion,...
1 John 3:6 “Anyone who continues to live in him will not sin. But anyone who keeps on sinning does not know him or understand who he is.” We are called, as Believers, to abstain from what is evil and to live a sin-free life. God would never require us,...
1 John 3:18 Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth. Jesus’ Example Matthew 20:28: Jesus said, “The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” The Bible...
1. Our God is a consuming Fire Deuteronomy 4:24 “For the Lord your God is a consuming fire, a jealous God.” God’s purity and holiness is absolute, and it is symbolized by Fire. Just as fire purifies metals by burning away the impurities, God’s presence burns away sin and impurity...
Matthew 14:14, “When He went ashore, He saw a large crowd, and felt compassion for them and healed their sick.” When you are desiring healing for your physical body, one thing that you must know is that He is never withholding it from you. He’s not trying to make you...
John 14:21 “Those who truly love me are those who obey my commands. Whoever passionately loves me will be passionately loved by my Father. And I will passionately love you in return and will manifest my life within you.” There is no difference at all between loving Jesus and obeying...
Jesus said unto them, “All ye shall be offended because of me this night” (Matthew 26:31). When you follow Jesus, you will have opportunities to be offended because of Him. When we receive communion it’s a time to look at our own hearts. The Bible warns us that many are...
The definition of “Discouraged” is: “Having lost confidence or hope; dejected; disheartened.” and “lacking in resolution”. Having resolution means to be determined and unwavering! It’s important to always remember that the devil is a hope thief! Jesus said that the devil only comes to STEAL, kill and to destroy. He...