Don't be deceived, my dear brothers. James 1:16 NIV The old group of friends all came back into town at the same time. They had shared many experiences together and enjoyed many adventures. One of the guys was invited over to his boss´s house to have dinner with him and his wife. His boss... Continue Reading →
Direct Us
May the Lord direct your hearts into God's love and Christ's perseverance. 2nd Thessalonians 3:5 NIV A delegation of American athletes was visiting a certain city in China one morning. The city center had wide streets and tall buildings. The athletes were buying souvenirs and marveling over the curiosities of the different culture. There... Continue Reading →
Not God of Disorder
For God is not a God of disorder but of peace. 1st Corinthians 14:33 NIV The conversation at the youth camp became heated. The young people had been brought together to strengthen their faith and to prepare them to be leaders and witnesses amongst their peers. But now the subject they discussed brought out... Continue Reading →
Above Self
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. Romans 12:10 NIV We have a new God. Actually, it is not new at all. Adam stumbled over this trouble too. Like him, we have each one ever since, turned to this little god self... Redemption is God´s carefully planned cure to... Continue Reading →
Rejection To Life
For if their rejection is the reconciliation of the world, what will their acceptance be but life from the dead? Romans 11:15 NIV Tediously Paul teaches how the very people of God lost their position of favor with the Lord and it has become available to everyone else who would seek that favor. We should... Continue Reading →
Clear Before God
So I strive always to keep my conscience clear before God and man. Acts 24:16 (NIV) Our God sees everything! Our God knows when we would even fool ourselves! Our God know when we would like to think we are good and correct, but are actually just hoping our consciences will not betray us. ... Continue Reading →
What Shall We Do?
Peter replied, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:38 (NIV) Early Christians put the question to Peter. They wanted to know what we should do. They were cut to... Continue Reading →
