A Pattern of Good Works

VERSE:  Titus 2:7 –  “In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works:  in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,” There is a standard for us to live revealed to us in this verse.  In all things, that means in every situation, regardless of...

Be Patient in the Lord

VERSE:  James 5:8, “Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts:  for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh.” Trusting in the Lord brings peace, happiness, and genuine joy.  However, sometimes we simply become impatient, and we jump ahead of God’s plan for our lives.  This...

Faithful Friends

VERSE:  Mark 2:5 –  “When Jesus saw their faith, He said unto the sick of the palsy, Son, thy sins be forgiven thee.” It matters with whom you are surrounded.  Those you keep near you can either draw you closer to Jesus or pull you away from Him.  Jesus has...

Don’t Speak in Anger

VERSE:  James 1:19-20 –  “Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.” Pay close attention to the order of the actions in this verse.  We are to be fast...

The Love of God

VERSE:  II Thessalonians 3:5 – “And the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God, and into the patient waiting for Christ.” Patiently waiting isn’t an easy task.  But, when we are patiently waiting on the Lord with a heart that fully trusts Him and is...