“You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus.” Galatians 3:26. As God’s adopted children, we acquire spiritual siblings – our brothers and sisters in Christ – and we all share an eternal inheritance ( Col. 1:12). In addition, Jesus’ Spirit indwells our hearts and enables us to pray using the name Abba, […]
“Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Inasmuch as God has shown you all this, there is no one as discerning and wise as you.” Genesis 41:39. A story in the Bible about Joseph tells how he used his skills to play an important role in helping people survive a 7-year famine (Gen. 41:53-54). In his case, he […]
“Though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, that you through His poverty might become rich.” II Corinthians 8:9. It’s said that Herod built hid palace to commemorate a victory in battle, but knowing Herod’s selfish ambition it’s possible he had another purpose in mind. Some have speculated that Herod, knew about […]
“We also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 5:11. It’s easy to look for ways to draw attention to our own accomplishments, making mental lists of things that are “cool” about ourselves. Even Paul admitted that he had a lot to brag about – but he considered all of it “rubbish” for […]
“God sent forth His Son, born of a woman… to redeem those who were under the law.” Galatians 4:4-5. God’s untiring pursuit of the wayward is at the heart of the Christmas message. And it’s not just the Christmas story. It’s the story of God’s pursuit of Adam and Eve after the fall; of David […]