“ Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life… Now unto Him (God) that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy,” – Jude 21,25... more

“Whosoever believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loves him that begat loves him also that is begotten of him. Who is he that overcomes the world, but he that believes that Jesus is the Son of God?” - 1 John 5:1,5 Christians many times get so caught up in living everyday life that we easily fall into an attitude of setting God over in a corner. ... more

“In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us, and sent His Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins.” - 1 John 4:9, 10... more

“And the Scripture was fulfilled which says, ‘Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.’ And he was called the friend of God.” - James 2:23 Belief is a powerful intangible force. It cannot be held in one’s hand nor be discerned by human senses. Belief is not visible, simply because belief is an inward unwavering trust or confidence in someone or something... more

“…as He (Jesus) sat at meat, there came a woman having an alabaster box of ointment of spikenard very precious; and she brake the box, and poured it on His head.” - Mark 14:3 When we read John’s gospel account of this historic supper in chapter 12, we find out that this woman’s name is Mary, and she not only anointed Jesus’ head with this very precious ointment but she also poured it upon His feet and then wiped them with her hair. ... more

“There should be no divisions in the body (of Christ); but that the members should have the same care one for another.” - 1 Corinthians 12:25 From 1986 to 1990, Frank Reed was held hostage in Lebanon. For months at a time, Frank was blindfolded, living in complete darkness, chained to a wall, and kept in absolute silence. On one occasion, he was moved to another room, and, although blindfolded, he could sense others were in the room... more

“For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will He withhold from them that walk uprightly.” - Psalm 84:11 This verse reflects the sentiments of a pilgrim’s heart toward the greatness of his God. The pilgrim knows that during his journey nothing good will be withheld from him because he walks in a way knowing that the LORD is the source and center of his life, just as the sun is to the physical universe. ... more

“The king shall have joy in Your strength, O LORD; And in Your salvation how greatly shall he rejoice! His glory is great in Your salvation; Honor and majesty You have placed upon him. For You have made him most blessed forever; You have made him exceedingly glad with Your presence.” – Psalm 21:1,5,6... more

“Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwells in him, and he in God. And we have known and believed the love that God has to us. God is love; and he that dwells in love dwells in God, and God in him.” – 1 John 4:15,16 If you are a believer and confess that Jesus is the Son of God, then our verse says that God dwells in you and you “in God.” Interestingly, the word “enthusiasm” comes from two Greek words, “en” and “theos” (“in” and “God”). ... more

“Every man according as he purposes in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loves a cheerful giver.” - 2 Corinthians 9:7 God has designed a world of needs, and one way He provides for us is through money. Much is said about money, and one of the most popular bible verses is, “For the love of money is the root of all evil:” (1 Timothy 6:10). Sadly, this “love of money” is behind much of the large religious organizations, just as it was in the days of Jesus... more

“We have an altar, whereof they have no right to eat which serve the tabernacle.” – Hebrews 13:10 A huge blessing that Christian leaders rarely mention is that of the New Testament altar. Yet, every Sunday morning at the end of most church services we hear the echoes of an altar call. ... more

“Now therefore you are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellow-citizens with the saints, and of the household of God; And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus … more

“Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.” - Galatians 5:1 There are two obvious things about liberty. First, liberty implies bondage, and secondly, someone risked their life to set the prisoner free. Obviously, there is no real liberty without the personal sacrifice of another... more

“Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God. And we have known and believed the love that God has to us. God is love; and he that dwells in love dwells in God, and God in him.” - 1 John 4:15,16 Have you ever asked yourself, “Why did God create me?” There are many answers one could give, but when all is said and done it comes down to – love!... more

“Hear, O my son, and receive my sayings; and the years of thy life shall be many. I have taught you in the way of wisdom; I have led thee in right paths. When you go, your steps shall not be hindered; and when you run, you shall not stumble. Take fast hold of instruction…” Proverbs 4:10-13... more

“So shall My word be that goes forth out of My mouth: it shall not return unto Me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper…” - Isaiah 55:11 In the past weeks we have had the London Bridge attack, the Notre Dame Cathedral attack, as well as the racial vandalism on LeBron James’ home. Even among our neighborhoods we read of assaults, thievery, and countless drug-related crimes. No community is immune from the violent sin that is expressed in the world... more

“Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: Neither give place to the devil.” - Ephesians 4:26,27 Milton was a young teenager who looked up to his friend Ricky. Ricky was a couple years older and lived across the street. No matter what Ricky was doing Milton wanted to be there. ... more

“…The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” - James 5:16b There are many passages in the Bible about prayer but this passage of scripture in James is so important because it highlights or accentuates prayer. Pray should not be an exercise that we do out of duty. It should not be cold, routine, or indifferent, but according to our verse it should be “effectual” and “fervent.”... more

“He that dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm 91:1 This psalm is a look into the heart of a devoted Christian and how the believer is considered to be spiritual by God. We see in verse one the meditation of this psalmist’s heart and where he directs his attention. ... more

“Honor thy father and mother; which is the first commandment with promise:” – Ephesians 6:2 The bible specifically teaches that we are to fix a high value upon our parents. Seeing that we are embarking upon Mother’s Day, let us consider the high honor that God expects us to have towards our mothers... more