Are you frustrated with this evil generation? Be patient. James 5:7-11 Therefore be patient, brethren, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, waiting patiently for it until it receives the early and latter rain. You also be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming … Read more
Do Temptations Come from Satan or from Ourselves? James 1:14 says, “each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed.” Acts 5:3 asks, “why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and keep back part of the price?” Which is it? Are we tempted by our own … Read more
Three practical steps toward God. Read: James 1:19-22. 1. Listen. Really listen to God’s word. Do not become angry at what it tells you. Do not make excuses or argue with God’s word. Listen and accept. (v.19-20)2. Decide to put away sin. Whatever you are doing that is a violation of God’s instructions must stop. … Read more
Let your conduct be worthy of the gospel of Christ. All have sinned. Nobody is worthy of heaven. Notice, however, the need for real change to happen in the lives of those who would come to Christ for salvation by grace. Paul writes to the “saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi” (Philippians 1:1). These … Read more
What shall we do? After Peter offered clear evidence that Jesus of Nazareth is the Christ, the Son of God, all those who had any part in His crucifixion asked: “What shall we do?” (Acts 2:37). Peter answers simply and emphatically: “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus … Read more
“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruits” (Matthew 7:15-16). Most of us have heard Jesus’ warning. Why do so many fall prey to the false prophets? He tells me what I want to hear. He always smiles and … Read more
What do the miracles of Jesus tell us about Jesus? Matthew, chapters eight and nine, introduce the miracles of Jesus. Later in the book, there are accounts of many more but here is a long list. What do the miracles tell us about Jesus? The miracles speak of the divine power of Jesus. By definition, … Read more
Evidence for faith in Jesus Christ. Evidence for faith in Jesus Christ is available from the first pages of the New Testament. The opening pages of the book of Matthew offer extensive evidence from both prophecy and circumstances that bolster faith in Jesus of Nazareth. Matthew chapters one through four cannot be properly understood without … Read more
Who can turn to the Lord? “Jesus said: “Come unto me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart and you will find rest for your souls.” Matthew 11:28-29 The burdens Jesus refers … Read more
Rich toward God? Better start now! Jesus delivered a powerful parable to a man who asked him about justice in financial matters. And He said to them, “Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.” Then He spoke a parable to them, saying: … Read more
