For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that…
Read moreDELIBERATE COMMITMENT Oswald Chambers wrote: “Personal contact with Jesus changes everything. Be “foolish” enough to come and commit yourself to what He says. The attitude necessary for you to come to Him is one where your will has made the determination to let go of everything and deliberately commit it all to Him.” I…
Read moreThis past Sunday I led a bible study for our women’s group in the book of Acts. We covered Acts 2 and spent some time discussing verses 42-47: 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with…
Read more“Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, 2 to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.” Titus 3:1-2 (emphasis, mine) I live in the deep South- home of hospitality, neighborly friendliness…
Read moreI received an email recently from a young lady. The first thing I noticed was the photo she had attached. It was an inspirational journal I had made and given out to several teenage girls. She mentioned that I had given it to her over five years ago and she’d…
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