31 “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat. 32 But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” (Luke 22:31-32 NIV) Note that while Christ said he had prayed for Simon, he also said “when you have … Read more
We cannot serve multiple masters. Trying to be obedient to differing ways of life which are, in themselves, contradictory. 16 Don’t you know that when you offer yourselves to someone as obedient slaves, you are slaves of the one you obey—whether you are slaves to sin, which leads to death, or to obedience, which leads … Read more
…our enemy prowls around looking for situations to cause us pain and distraction; 8 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. (1 Peter 5:8 NIV) When we are, seemingly, at our best our enemy is working in the background, with circumstances, … Read more
Titus 2:1 (NIV) 2 You, however, must teach what is appropriate to sound doctrine. Sound doctrine is not just relegated to scriptural matters. Having a good doctrine, be it for our health, our work ethic, our trustworthiness or any other facet of life is quite important. Unfortunately, today, these sound doctrines are often shouted down … Read more
Matthew 28:19 (NIV) 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, The below is from my morning devotion. God, at times, will be very directing in our path, and at other times seem to close every door. … Read more