The value of your soul is so great that no money or resources could purchase it. We do not think much about this, but God does, for He made you and died for your sins. Jesus tells us in Mark 8:36, “And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your …
Taking up your cross and following Jesus is difficult because we must relinquish our desires for the Lord. Taking up the cross is good, but we may falsely think it happens without effort. As people, we take medication to alleviate pain. We also see doctors and other medical professionals to pursue pain-free living. In our …
Seeing through God’s eyes changes our entire outlook. Becoming a parent many years ago enabled me to look at life through an entirely different lens. I had hopes and dreams for my children that they would become people of deep faith, even before they could speak. Our Lord has dreams and plans for us, although …
Jesus suffered for us so we could be called to faith, forgiven, and receive eternal life. This is the best gift anyone could receive. Some of the most thankful Christians I have met are those who were adults when Jesus called them to faith. These newborn believers knew what walking in darkness and bondage was …
Hell won’t conquer the church. Jesus, Himself, assures us, and this gives us hope. As you read this verse, it is inspirational. Matthew 16:18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock, I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.[1] In ancient cultures, the city walls …
The Lord gives us revelation, which is a blessing and indicates the Lord is at work in our lives. It also tells us that the Lord loves us and wants to help us along our faith journey. Are you struggling and need the Lord’s insight and guidance? As we seek the Lord, He hears our …
Who you think Jesus is matters because it will determine your eternal destiny. One day you will die and be ushered into eternity. Some believe everyone goes to heaven, but that is not what the Bible says. Jesus tells us in John 3:16 For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one …