6 But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us… (2 Corinthians 7:6b CSB) Reading through the New Testament it becomes very clear that the Apostles needed comfort. They trod a difficult road that put them in conflict with both the Jewish leaders of the time and the Romans. They were often inprisoned and beaten. They … Read more
7 being rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, and overflowing with gratitude. (Colossians 2:7 CSB) We have almost made it through a most difficult year. We may not have everything we want, and may have struggled, but we are alive and here at this point. … Read more
17 Everyone must appear with a gift suited to his means, according to the blessing the Lord your God has given you. (Deuteronomy 16:17 CSB) God loves a cheerful giver. While the Old Testament set a portion to give of 10% of the first fruits, the New Testament focuses upon the person’s heart and situation. … Read more
14 “You are the light of the world. A city situated on a hill cannot be hidden. (Matthew 5:14 CSB) When we come to belief in Christ, that he was born to a virgin and died for our sins, we become a light unto the world. And this light cannot be hidden. Much like a … Read more
14 Do not be yoked together with those who do not believe. For what partnership is there between righteousness and lawlessness? Or what fellowship does light have with darkness? There is a fine line between yoked and ministry. We should be ministering to everyone. However, we need to be careful where we are yoked in … Read more