22 But now, since you have been set free from sin and have become enslaved to God, you have your fruit, which results in sanctification—and the outcome is eternal life! 23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 6:22-23 CSB) We have been given a … Read more
1 Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, (Hebrews 12:1) Why do we often embrace our encumbrances? Really think about that. How often … Read more
11 The sayings of the wise are like cattle prods, and those from masters of collections are like firmly embedded nails. The sayings are given by one Shepherd. (Ecclesiastes 12:11 CSB) Some time we are provided words of wisdom that actually hurt. Because they go against how we might be living our lives. But, if we allow this … Read more
21 …Naked I came from my mother’s womb,and naked I will leave this life.[a]The Lord gives, and the Lord takes away.Blessed be the name of the Lord. Let’s face it, we are leaving with nothing but the skin on our backs. All the “stuff” you have accumulated will be used by someone else or throw away. It is a sobering thought. … Read more
9 In addition to the Teacher being a wise man, he constantly taught the people knowledge; he weighed, explored, and arranged many proverbs. 10 The Teacher sought to find delightful sayings and write words of truth accurately. (Ecclesiastes 12:9-10 CSB) When we encounter great teachers in life they typically have one thing in common. They are great learners. … Read more