God’s armor
Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. – Ephesians 6:11 It’s interesting to me that we tend to look at the armor part of this verse closely and miss what it’s really telling us to do. God’s armor is truth, righteousness, readiness, faith, salvation, […]
You have a choice
Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ. – 1 Cor 11:1 In High School, our football coach had a sign on his wall. It read, “No one is completely useless, you can always serve as a bad example.” It’s kind of funny, but it’s also very true. No matter where you go, […]
When we pray
Pray continually… – 1 Thessalonians 5:17 In our culture “good thoughts” and “positive energy” are synonymous with prayer. But when believers in Jesus pray, we are connecting relationally with the Creator, the Savior and the Helper on behalf of ourselves and others. It’s also important to remember that thinking about praying, or saying, “I’ll be […]
Go deep
Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. – James 5:16 What do you talk about when you and your buddies get together? How well you did at your last golf game; how the Seahawks […]
Worship is a way of life
Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. – Matthew 10:32 Work stinks, the car breaks down and you’ve had a fight with your wife. You hear the whispers of the enemy and you begin to listen. You try everything you know but nothing is working; things are actually […]
The subtle difference
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters – Colossians 3:23 It’s raining outside, because the sidewalk is wet. or… The side walk is wet, because it’s raining outside. Which of those statements is more accurate? As you read this passage you might come […]
Love Completely
Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. – Deuteronomy 6:5 How do you love someone you can’t perceive with your senses? One way is to look at his creation: “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his […]
A fallen brother
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. – Ephesians 6:10 In the battle for souls we all want to be on the frontlines. Whether wielding the sword knocking down strongholds, slaying demons or interceding for the lost…a warrior that’s what we want to be for God. But what happens to those […]
Where have you drawn the line?
Do not be misled: “Bad company corrupts good character.” – 1 Corinthians 15:33 How can one be misled and comprise their character? I believe one way is by what we see and what we hear. Mathew 6:22 “the Eye is the lamp of the Body. If your eyes are healthy your whole body will be […]
The standard
For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double- edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. – Hebrews 4:12 How do you know you are doing good? What do you consider a “win” in your life? […]