Strife or Vainglory

Philippians 2:1-5 If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, 2 Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. 3 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of … More Strife or Vainglory

Choose Life

Why would anyone not choose a blessing over a curse? I mean seriously this proclamation, to the people of Israel, from God seems simple enough one would think after this it is a done deal they will all follow God. Ah, read the Book, not so much. Let us first look at this verse in … More Choose Life

Biblical Contentment, Part V

Continuing our series on Biblical Contentment, we will look at The 7 things the Bible teaches us are key for everyday Christian life:  Prayer: Proverbs 16:3  Study: Psalm 119:11   Fellowship: Hebrews 10:25 “not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”  (ESV)  no dejando … More Biblical Contentment, Part V

Biblical Contentment, Part IV

Continuing our series on Biblical Contentment, we will look at The 7 things the Bible teaches us are key for everyday Christian life:  Prayer: Proverbs 16:3  Study: Psalm 119:11 I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. (ESV) En mi corazón he guardado tus dichos, para no pecar contra ti. (RVR 1995) Fellowship: Hebrews 10:25 … More Biblical Contentment, Part IV

Biblical Contentment

This may seem like a strange verse to begin a look at biblical contentment but I think it captures the essence of what it is not. So first let us look at what it should be. Contentment is usually considered being “in a state of happiness and satisfaction.¹”  Interestingly in a “2017 Harris Poll Survey … More Biblical Contentment

Seven Things Jesus Said on the Cross, Part VII

list by Matt Slick / 11/02/09 Luke 23:34, “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.”  Luke 23:43, “And He said to him, “Truly I say to you, today you shall be with Me in Paradise.” (NASB) John 19:26-27, “He said to His mother, “Woman, behold, your son!” 27 Then He said to the disciple, “Behold, your mother!” … More Seven Things Jesus Said on the Cross, Part VII