Defend the Faith, Not Foolishness

    As Christians, we have one ultimate responsibility: present the gospel of God through Jesus Christ. However, if we are not careful, we can spend time trying to answer questions and defend doctrines that are not essential to salvation. Paul warned Timothy against this,

But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strife. 2 Tim 2:23 (KJV)

So, the challenge on today is to examine our emphasis and focus. Do you spend time trying to explain things that will frustrate? Do you indulge foolish and crazy questions? Or do you defend the faith of Jesus Christ which is unchanging?

            Remember, we are not here to defend what we have a right to do or explain why things are as they are in the world. We are here to present men with the glorious gospel of Christ, which frees men from sin.

Prayer of the Week:

 I ask for boldness to stand up for the faith and avoid foolish debates. Help me to be an effective witness and example. Amen.”

Trusting Beyond Truth

 

Well, well, well… what can I say? So many trials, tests, and tribulations continue to challenge the faith of Christians everywhere. But, on today, I have one charge for the Christian – Do not the let the truth of your circumstances change your trust in God.

Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope thou in God…Psalms 42:11 (KJV)

Some people try to tell you not to acknowledge how you feel or “claim” whatever situation is there. However, if you do not acknowledge there is a problem, then you need no help. If you do not acknowledge pain, you need no healing.

Many understand that even if I do not say it, claim it, or acknowledge it, the problem will be there. So, what do we do? Acknowledge what is there, and then let your trust in God bring His solution to whatever is there.

Regardless of what you are facing, do not let down your faith, hope, and trust. God knows how to deliver, when to deliver, and what to deliver. Just know that if you endure to the end, you will surely see His promise, plan, and purpose in your life.

Prayer of the Week:

“I come before you on today Lord asking for grace to overcome my doubts and fears. I ask for joy and peace that passes understanding to be in my life through you. Amen.”

Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

    What a fellowship, what a joy divine, leaning on the everlasting arms! What a privilege we have as Christians. No matter what comes upon us, among us, or to us, we can rely on the strength of Christ when our strength is gone.

    Sometimes, we can feel all alone and think we will not make it through. However, if we look at our personal stories, we discover that somehow, someway, we make it through. It was only by the everlasting arm of the Lord.

Wherefore say unto the children of Israel, I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians, and I will rid you out of their bondage, and I will redeem you with a stretched out arm, and with great judgments. Ex 6:6 (KJV)

    Remember, on today, though you may be tired, stressed out, depressed, and seemingly in despair, just know that you will make it through because of the everlasting arms. Do not lose hope or faith. He will not fail or forsake you. He knows how and when to deliver. Thank God for His everlasting arms.

Prayer of the Week:

“I trust you on this day Lord that you will intervene on my behalf. I stand in faith on your love and grace. Thank you for all things. Amen.”

What’s On Your Mind?

      “A mind is a terrible thing to waste!” This slogan is one of the most familiar statements associated with education. This statement holds true for all aspects of life. The Christian needs to know that what is allowed in the mind affects the Christian walk and experience. Paul gave us a remedy for the negative influences that can warp our thinking.

Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are things just, whatsoever are pure, whatsoever things are things lovely, whatsoever are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Phil 4:8 (KJV)

    What’s on your mind? As a Christian, are you only concerned about circumstances and situations? Or are you overrun with worry and despair? Then, think on good things.

Bring your thoughts under the obedience of Christ. Though many things can occur in life, do not allow them to frustrate your journey with Christ. In the end, Christ will prove Himself faithful to you.

Prayer of the Week:

 “I come to you today asking for help with my thoughts. Though many things come to my mind, I thank you for grace to develop the right thoughts. Amen.”