Yesterday we looked at Ephesians 4:2-3 Unity of the Spirit there I wrote “If as the Word of God says’ God (the HS) indwells us, having peace with fellow believers should be second nature.” So today I would like to backtrack to Chapter 2 and see just how it is we get to that indwelling … More

Every Man’s Work

Image Source It is good to remember the context of where this verse fits into the writing of Paul, in his Epistle to the Corinthians. Chapters one and two have been a reminder of the plain Gospel message, how brotherly love is important, their divisions, their boastfulness and the need for spiritual wisdom  Then we … More Every Man’s Work

Battle Buddies

Image Source And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, (NIV) This has always been one of my favorite verses and the only time I ever quote from the NIV. Before we get into the meaning of the verse lets look at some context. Previously we have … More Battle Buddies

Afterwards!

Far to many times in my life I have failed to yield thinking I am right never admitting fault never accepting correction (discipline, training, chastening). God, however says that this is normal and rewards those who joyfully yield. I like how the Amplified Version puts Hebrews 12:11 For the time being no discipline brings joy, … More Afterwards!

Keep Watch

Image Source Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh. – Matt 25:13 (KJV)  Do you remember playing Hide and Go Seek as a kid? If you were the seeker at the end of counting to 100 you’d yell out “ready or not here I come.” … More Keep Watch

Worthy of the Calling

  Unity and Diversity in the Body of Christ Therefore I, the prisoner in the Lord, urge you to live worthy of the calling you have received, 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, 3 making every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 4 There is one body and one Spirit—just as you … More Worthy of the Calling