The first thing we need to remember is that the Scriptures were inspired by the Holy Spirit. 1 Peter 1:10-12 “This salvation was something even the prophets wanted to know more about when they prophesied about this gracious salvation prepared for you. They wondered what time or situation the Spirit of Christ within them was […]
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“Eternal Rewards”
Recently, I sent out a text meditation about being ready to meet the Lord and receiving the Crown of Righteousness. I got to thinking that you might be interested in knowing about other crowns that are available to believers. Salvation is a gift. You can’t earn it. You receive it when by faith you make […]
“Worship in the Midst of Trouble”
Trouble and suffering are a part of life, and we all must cope with them sooner or later. Maybe some of you are dealing with an incurable disease. Others may be facing a financial crisis. Perhaps you have been crippled in some kind of accident. Do you feel like you are on a dead-end street and there is […]
“One Nation Under God”
Introduction In the Old Testament, God established a religious calendar for the Israelites to follow. Within each year, there were seven specific feasts (Leviticus 23). Four were to be observed in the spring and three in the fall. Through these feasts, the Jewish people celebrated — 1. Their history 2. Their faith 3. The blessings of God These […]
“Serving One Another”
One of the ways that a church can continue to be healthy, happy, and strong is by the individual members serving one another. In Galatians 5:13, NLT we read — “For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But do not use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, […]
“Sowing and Reaping”
I love the fact that we still have a lot of agricultural land in Ventura County. I grew up on a farm in Western Canada. If we planted wheat, and the elements cooperated, we would eventually reap wheat. The same was true with barley, oats, and flax. The Apostle Paul in Galatians 6:7-10 NLT wrote, “Don’t be […]
“God’s Forgiveness”
In Luke 23:26-43 (NLT) we read about the crucifixion of our Wonderful Lord. Jesus was crucified between two thieves. His enemies wanted to make Him look like a common criminal and beginning with verse 39 we read: “One of the criminals hanging beside Him scoffed, ‘So You’re the Messiah, are You? Prove it by saving Yourself—and us, too, while […]
“Letters and Fragrances”
From time to time over the years, I have had people ask if I would write a letter of reference for them. Maybe they were applying for a job, purchasing a home, or seeking a loan. Whoever they were dealing with wanted assurance from a reliable source, so the party would come to me for […]
“Meeting Together”
In this meditation, I want you to explore with me what the writer of Hebrews 10:22-25 (NKJV) has to say. “Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold fast the confession of […]
“Freedom”
Let’s take a moment and reflect on this past 4th of July and keep the cause for celebration fresh in our hearts and minds. July 4th commemorates the day in 1776 that our nation declared itself to be an independent nation, and no longer a colony of England. On that date, a number of our leading […]
