27 toil and hardship, many sleepless nights, hunger and thirst, often without food, cold, and without clothing. (2 Corinthians 11:27 CSB) Paul came from affluence, but he knew hardship. In fact, while he became very acquainted with many hardships he continued preaching the Good News of Christ crucified. Even through imprisonment and many beatings. Looking upon … Read more
37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. (Romans 8:37 CSB) What does it truly mean to be a conqueror? And how in the context of Christ can we be more than conquerors. You see, typically, when we are considered conquerors there can be a negative connotation. This because … Read more
4 The Lord has prepared everything for his purpose—even the wicked for the day of disaster (Proverbs 16:4 CSB) This can be a stumbling block for some. The fact that God even prepares the wicked for the day of disaster. The question becomes, how can a loving God do this? We want control and we do not want … Read more
27 they reeled and staggered like a drunkard,and all their skill was useless.28 Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble,and he brought them out of their distress.29 He stilled the storm to a whisper,and the waves of the sea were hushed.30 They rejoiced when the waves grew quiet.Then he guided them to the harbor they longed for. … Read more
On that day a severe persecution broke out against the church in Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout the land of Judea and Samaria. (Acts 8:1 CSB) I wonder today about how many in the church would scatter if severe persecution broke out. I expect the numbers would stagger us. In America … Read more