There is an interesting lesson in how Paul began his epistles. In just about every one, he refers to him being an apostle to establish his authority: • “Paul…called to be an apostle” (Rom. 1:1) • “Paul, called to be … Read More
Mark Twain once said, “Forgiveness is the fragrance the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.” Many in the world do not understand the subject of forgiveness since they fail to see what God says in His word … Read More
Of course, many people misunderstand what James declares in James 4:13-16. James is not condemning the act of making plans, setting goals or exercising vision; he is condemning the practice of those who do so without any regards for the … Read More
When we usually think of being thankful, we think of the Thanksgiving holiday during the month of November. Nevertheless, Paul says of Christians, “In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you” (1 … Read More
Fear NOT In a portion of First Peter 2:17, Peter simply said, “Fear God.” God has demanded reverential, godly fear throughout the ceaseless ages of time (Deut. 10:12; Eccl. 12:13). Fear is a very powerful, motivating force. It has caused … Read More