Dear Ones: Greater Love! The Master said these words on the night He was betrayed before He was taken by the soldiers. He was preparing them for what was to come. However, His words ring true for every believer throughout the ages. Since the wages of sin is death, He paid for the sin of…
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One Body
Dear Ones: One Body! Paul uses the comparison of the natural human body to explain the mystery of the Body of Christ. Just like the natural body, the spiritual Body of Christ has many parts with each part having its own purpose. Every believer is connected to each other by love: Christ’s love for us…
One Body One New Man
One Body One New Man video In this lesson we finish our study of Philadelphia and Smyrna by considering the meaning of One Body One New Man. The Body of Christ is called to be set apart from the cultural norms of secular society. We are the called-out ones who are to be an expression…
Journey through Life
Dear Ones: Journey through Life! As we travel the timeline of our life, we are not alone. The Lord is our constant companion. In fact, the light of His face guides our way so that the darkness cannot overwhelm us. His mere presence lifts our spirits and encourages us. However, the requirement for this happy…
You are to Shine
Dear Ones: You are to Shine! Oh my! Paul tells us that we are to do things without grumbling or complaining. “Lord, help us. We need Your grace to thwart the vicious cycle of mummering.” It is a soulish kneejerk reaction to strike back when people talk against us unfairly. Gossips gossip and enjoy destroying…
Down to the Last Detail
Dear Ones: Down to the Last Detail! Be comforted by the Master’s words. The thought bomb attacks of the evil one try to discourage you and diminish your self-worth. That is the bully talk He refers to here. In fact, we now know that every hair on our head is not just counted but individually…
Reap Rewards
Dear Ones: Reap Rewards! Yes, that is what these verses reveal to us. If we search for God with faithful devotion and do not faint when delay comes, then we shall reap rewards. But we do not allow the receiving of rewards to overshadow our seeking in faith the One Who is our greatest Reward:…
Worship Opens Doors
Dear Ones: Worship opens doors! In 1828 Mr. Webster defined the act of worship this way: To adore; to pay divine honors to; to reverence with supreme respect and veneration. Mr. Webster’s words may seem old-fashioned when considered in the cultural climate of today. But worship is due our God because He is God. The…
Truly Blessed
Dear Ones: Truly Blessed! America was born out of a conflict with the overbearing rule of the English. When questioned about the Revolutionary War, John Adams stated the following. “We recognize no sovereign but God, and no king but Jesus!” This statement is the real reason for the breakaway from English rule. It was ordained…
A Holy Nation
Dear Ones: A Holy Nation! Yes, a nation created by Father God to represent Him because they are grafted into His Kingdom through faith in the Son. This spiritual nation has no border, per se. But its members are planted abroad in every natural world nation and kingdom. In other words, this holy nation is…