God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. Romans 8:26 NIV Every time we begin to feel good about ourselves and proud of our standing, God would have... Continue Reading →
For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what he already has? Romans 8:24 NIV We are children of hope. We live to put our hope in something. We need it to get us through our day. It is one of the strongest... Continue Reading →
Now if we are children, then we are heirs--heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory. Romans 8:17 NIV Christians wait in thrilling expectancy to become heirs with Christ their Savior. Just what they expect to receive may vary. ... Continue Reading →
For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave again to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship. And by him we cry, "Abba, Father." Romans 8:15 NIV The Spirit that is given to us is stronger than anything we can face. But the strength that is often preached today is... Continue Reading →
You, however, are controlled not by the sinful nature but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Christ. Romans 8:9 NIV How we make it through our day? Do we struggle through the responsibilities we face... Continue Reading →
Those who live according to the sinful nature have their minds set on what that nature desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires. Romans 8:5 NIV The struggle continues to rage unseen within the hearts of people. Tricked into focusing upon our world,... Continue Reading →
Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, Romans 8:1 NIV Christians may latch on to certain Bible texts that hold for us an immeasurable treasure. The text which states that there is now no condemnation for us must rank amongst the sweetest texts in all the Scriptures. The person... Continue Reading →
So I find this law at work: When I want to do good, evil is right there with me. Romans 7:21 NIV Paul walks us through the difficulties and dangers of our sinful nature. He tries to show us that we are complex and divided souls. Recognizing our condition should spur us sufficiently to seek... Continue Reading →
We know that the law is spiritual; but I am unspiritual, sold as a slave to sin. Romans 7:14 NIV Christian faith in under deadly attack. But the enemy of our devotion to God is clever. Darkness has been honing its skills over the centuries and feeding its desire to deceive the children of God. ... Continue Reading →
For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23 NIV Mankind desires a life without end. Much effort is given to maintain ourselves, prevent aging and hold off death. Modern media creates imaginary heroes who possess the supernatural ability to resist dying. But... Continue Reading →
Searching For Christ 