“As newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the Word, that you may grow thereby.” I Peter 2:2 It might seem strange to be commanded to earnestly long for something. But we need to be reminded of our need of spiritual nourishment. Even though we may have fed on the Word in the past, we […]
“[Jesus] said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Matthew 16:13-20 Public opinion can help answer certain questions, but not the one question that will determine your eternity: Who do you say that Jesus is? If you agree with Scripture, and place your trust in Christ, you will have eternal life. Opinion […]
“Your Word was to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart.” Jeremiah 15:15-21 Ask the Lord to help you apply the Bible to your life today. Take time to ponder the meat and milk of the Word. As you quiet your heart, God will teach you about Himself through His Book.
“Put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt.” Ephesians 4:22 Some look at the standards God set forth in the Bible as obstacles that prevent us from enjoying life. However, the boundaries God places actually protect us from our worst inclinations and foster healthy responses to Him. In Ephesians 4, for […]
“Whatever I tell you in the dark, speak in the light.” Matthew 10:27 People have some needs that are excruciatingly deep. We find ourselves in conversation at times with heartbroken friends and may feel at an utter loss to know what to say. Telling people what human teachers have taught us may have some impact […]