“In this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed with our habitation which is from heaven.” II Corinthians 5:2 To seek eternal life apart from the One who is immortal is to chase an elusive dream. For human beings, death is universal, inevitable, and ultimately leads to judgment. This is all a result of our […]
“Do not rejoice when your enemy falls.” Proverbs 24:17 If someone has repeatedly been hurtful to us, it is easy to give in to vindictive pleasure when they experience misfortune. Instead, we are to maintain an attitude of compassion and forgiveness, and trust God to bring justice in His way and in His time. Love for […]
“The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.” Deuteronomy 33:27 These words remind us that when believers die, they are safely carried by the Lord to their home in heaven. The everlasting arms of our loving Lord are there to catch and hold us. There’s no safer place of resting than His […]
“Seek the Lord while He may be found, call upon Him while He is near.” Isaiah 55:6 Money is a necessary part of living. Without money, we couldn’t secure the necessities of life. But there are things money can’t buy. Money can’t buy spiritual power or recognition of God. All the wealth of the world cannot purchase […]
“Your Word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You.” Psalm 119:11. No one today would approach radioactive material without protection. But many seem unconcerned about exposure to the dangers of sin. Psalm 1 warns us against sinful attitudes, speech, and behavior. Obedience to God’s law is a spiritual safeguard […]