In Hebrews 13:5 we are exhorted to “be content with such things as ye have.” The Greek word translated as “content” literally means “to ward off.” What does warding off have […]
Stamp of Approval
In II Timothy 2:15, we are told to be diligent to present ourselves as workmen who are approved by God. The word translated “approved” is the Greek word dokimos which […]
Different Yet One
In 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Paul uses the members of the human body to help us understand how the Church should function. The many members of the human body come in […]
Preparing to Run the Race
In 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Paul uses the analogy of an athlete getting himself ready to run the race with the goal of winning the prize. This athlete will go to […]
Giving Thanks
As the year 2015 draws to a close, we can look back and be thankful for all the Lord has done for us. Even though it seems like the world […]
Spiritual Immunity
It is an undisputed fact that we are under constant attack from the enemy. Just as we strive to develop an immunity to the bacteria and viruses that are trying […]
Becoming Mature
In Hebrews 5:12-14, the author identifies mature Christians as “those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.” Christian maturity is the result […]
Overcoming Anger
Most Christians will acknowledge that they are in a constant struggle with anger. Some will claim that anger is one of the human emotions given to us by God and […]