The concept of learning through hardship is a common biblical theme, emphasizing that God's discipline is meant to bring about repentance and growth. between serving MeServing God is depicted throughout Scripture as a relationship of covenant and blessing. In the context of the Old Testament, ...
God revealed to these prophets that their work was not for their own benefit, but for yours, as they spoke about those things which you have now heard from the messengers who announced the Good News by the power of the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. These are things which even the angels...
earn, faithful, giving, God, instrument, Jesus, love, matters, measure, money, pledge, relationship, stewardship, trust, ultimate As we kickoff stewardship season today, I know what you must be thinking, “Wow! Jennifer went all-in on scripture this week – she’s really trying to get us...
Serving others is meant to be an automatic response to someone in need. 11. John 15:12 “My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.” God's love for us is selfless, so we are commanded in scripture to show others the same unconditional love. 12. Titus 3:8 “Th...
scripture is clear, “Do you not know that you are the temple of God andthatthe Spirit of God dwells in you?” [I Corinthians 3:16, NKJV] And all I could think about was the wonder of never leaving the Temple within. If I could really remain in the holy place, dwell there, and...
scripture is clear, “Do you not know that you are the temple of God andthatthe Spirit of God dwells in you?” [I Corinthians 3:16, NKJV] And all I could think about was the wonder of never leaving the Temple within. If I could really remain in the holy place, dwell there, and...
By Tricia Goyer Sometimes, we don’t see the full impact of serving others—especially children—until years down the road. I was reminded of this just the other day while reflecting on this verse: “Let the children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of God belongs to th...
Getting to the main point, our motives are not always obvious to us. Scripture tells us“Our hearts are more deceitful than ALL things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?”KJV Just meditate on that for a bit. Don’t read it negatively, read it as a warning from God. Read it ...
I believe God loves you (it’s not a cliche) and has a tremendous plan for you. Scripture tells us that we will reign with Him (and the last time I looked, there is no disqualification for being mentally or physically ill). Havingsufferedthrough your whole life will be just an enhancem...
Understand Scripture through a Messianic Jewish lens! Boost your faith with this week’s episode of “The Chosen People” radio show! Antisemitism Around the World Antisemitism comes in all shapes and forms. In different times and places, people have given various reasons for their hatred of Je...