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“Why do you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye?” Mt 7:3 The prophet, Nathan, told David of a rich man who took a choice lamb from a poor man and David was furious because he saw the “speck.”  Nathan then […]

The word abide is used 118 times in the New Testament.  So what does abide mean? To “abide” is to live, continue, or remain; so to abide in Christ is to live in Him or remain in Him. When a person is saved, he or she is described as being “in Christ” (Romans 8:2; 2 […]

“For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps.” 1 Peter 2:21 We are responsible for what we know. Jesus died for you and me . Peter says we have an example to follow .Our call is to serve […]

We are Blessed with ten year old twins in our family.  James and Tess were born ten years ago tomorrow … the day after my stroke.  They came a little early.  Spent some time in the Nic U.  Susan had family in two hospitals. It was a busy time.  I wonder as I wander if […]

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. “ Jer 29:11 Self inflicted sufferings can render us feeling unworthy in the eyes of God.  Not true; here is the evidence: • Moses, a murderer, becomes God’s […]

“Because your steadfast love is better than life,  MY LIPS WILL PRAISE YOU. So I will bless you as long as I live; IN YOUR NAME I WILL LIFT UP MY HANDS.” Psalms 63:3-4 Americans are taught at an early age to stand and to place our hands over our heart when we recite the […]

“Show me your faith apart from your works, and I will show you my faith by my works.” James 2:8 Paul pointed out in Eph 2:8 we are not saved by our good deeds.  “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of […]

When evening came, his disciples went down to the sea, got into a boat, and started across the sea to Capernaum.  The sea became rough because a strong wind was blowing. they saw Jesus walking on the sea and coming near the boat, and they were frightened. But he said to them, “IT IS I, […]

Do we live a life that is focused on God that brings honor and glory to God? Do we allow the Holy Spirit who lives within us to guide us to a Godly life? God has a plan for our lives. Are we driven to attain the life that God wants for us, or do […]

“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.”  Isa 6:8 We often lack the moral courage to standup for Jesus alone and by ourselves. We are more bold surrounded by a group.  #The sinful woman approached […]