“Whatever they tell you to observe, that observe and do, but do not do according to their works; for they say, and do not do.” Matthew 23:3 The test of the effectiveness of following Jesus is not just in what we say but in how we live. Are we telling others God’s Word and doing what […]

“We have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us.” II Corinthians 4:7 Our bodies are temporary, fragile, and expendable. In our modern world that highly values outward beauty, we would be wise to remember that our greatest treasure is the life of Jesus within […]

“If anyone cleanses himself…, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.” II Timothy 2:21 We often think God wants us to change the world around us when in reality He is interested in changing us. God often uses the most unlikely people in the most […]

“When I am old and gray-headed, O God, do not forsake me, until I declare Your strength to this generation.” Psalm 71:18 Psalm 71 reminds us of the value of a life well lived and of the worth of lessons learned: Lessons not just for our benefit but also for us to pass along to […]

“You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to me.” Acts 1:8. As followers of Christ, we are called to be witnesses of what Jesus has done in us and for us. To point people to Christ, we don’t need to be able to explain every […]