Building on the wrong foundation can have catastrophic results as we journey through life, especially during difficult times. When a building or person is under stress, the quality of the foundation soon becomes evident. The more I have matured in the faith, the words of Jesus have taken on greater meaning. Matthew 7:24Anyone who listens …
We can gain insight into the reason for Pentecost as Jesus explains the Holy Spirit. John 16:7 But in fact, it is best for you that I go away, because if I don’t, the Advocate (comforter, encourager, or counselor) won’t come. If I do go away, then I will send him to you. 8 And when he comes, he …
Why Jesus came is clear to us as we read God’s Word. Adam and Eve sinned when they disobeyed God’s instructions not to eat from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. In God’s divine mercy and grace, the Lord determined that He would rescue his fallen creation. Paul gives us insight into …
Have you considered how the Holy Spirit helps carry out God’s plan? The Lord has a plan for each of our lives. Ephesians 2:8 God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. 9 Salvation is not a reward for the good things we …
Paul had sent a letter to the Thessalonian church with Timothy and Silas. When they returned to Corinth where Paul was, they had some disturbing news. Some of the believers think the return of Jesus is soon and have quit working. This causes unrest and some are living off others who work for a living.[1] …