Honestly, how much of our religion is truly bringing us into direct contact with the Lord? Has it given us the most intense and intimate of walks with our Savior? Or are we not making sure that it does?
Often Easier
Marveled
on the day he comes to be glorified in his holy people and to be marveled at among all those who have believed. This includes you, because you believed our testimony to you. 2nd Thessalonians 1:10 NIV They could see a cloud of mist over the trees in the forest. It was hot and... Continue Reading →
The Teacher´s Word for Today
We have got neat little doctrines or religious traditions, but do they really truly put us at the feet of God in humble devotion to Him? Or do we prefer to stand squarely on our own proud feet? Shall we ask the Lord to examine all our notions and make sure that they do bring... Continue Reading →
Shut Out
They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord and from the majesty of his power 2nd Thessalonians 1:9 NIV One night some reckless boys went over into a Mexican border town to check out the nightlife. But they did not keep track of the time. When... Continue Reading →
We Pursue God Because
If we knew we came seeking God because He first put that urge within us, would it make our finding Him all the more certain? Will it help us fan our desire into a flame to know that He did?
Worthy of the Kingdom
All this is evidence that God's judgment is right, and as a result you will be counted worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you are suffering. 2nd Thessalonians 1:5 NIV It was not because he was a Christian that he was persecuted. He just worked for a cruel boss. But every day... Continue Reading →
He Will Do It
The one who calls you is faithful and he will do it. 1st Thessalonians 5:24 NIV Something inside of her seemed to be reaching towards God. She had a friend who was a Christian. So she went to him to for help. She had gone to church before. Her parents were Christians. Her husband... Continue Reading →
Right Opinion Without Love
Could we be trying to stand on our correct interpretation of Scriptures these days instead of getting to know God personally and love Him passionately?
Hold On to Good
Test everything. Hold on to the good. 1st Thessalonians 5:21 The boy had a mind of his own. Whenever his parents told him no, that was just what the boy wanted to do. He was not like his siblings who could be more easily reasoned with. Years went by and his parents gave... Continue Reading →
Searching For Christ 