For everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, 1st Timothy 4:4 The dog was mean. He was a Bull Terrier and his name was Impi. This meant warrior in some African languages. He lived up to his name. He did not like being petted,... Continue Reading →
Whatever You Do
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17 NIV The wind was rushing through the open side of the plane. “Go!” He heard the shout and he dove into the void with eyes... Continue Reading →
The Full Armor of God
Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. Ephesians 6:11 NIV She was a remarkable woman. She had suffered a painful divorce that left her caring for her two small children. She lost her house too. To find a new start she went to... Continue Reading →
Fragrant Knowledge
But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him. 2nd Corinthians 2:14 NIV The day finally came when a teenage boy got his driving license. He had fallen in love with a car and dreamed of having... Continue Reading →
Suffering in our Lives
For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows. 2nd Corinthians 1:5 NIV All she wanted to do was to have a little nest where she could raise her children in comfort and security. What she didn´t understand was that God had different plans... Continue Reading →
In Front Of
But instead, one brother goes to law against another--and this in front of unbelievers! 1st Corinthians 6:6 NIV Two small children stepped timidly down the aisle on their way to the altar. All eyes were on the cute little couple as they walked arm in arm to the wedding march. Her job was to toss... Continue Reading →
Dare To Take It
If any of you has a dispute with another, dare he take it before the ungodly for judgment instead of before the saints? 1st Corinthians 6:1 NIV He was a devoted Christian. He wanted to do his part to help the needy. He was invited to go to a prison and meet with an... Continue Reading →
Mere Men
You are still worldly. For since there is jealousy and quarreling among you, are you not worldly? Are you not acting like mere men? 1st Corinthians 3:3 NIV There was no way that the two could see eye to eye. His boss just did not like him. But because his boss was away a lot,... Continue Reading →
Strength Over Any Fear
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 →
