When you hear “fight the good fight,” what comes to mind? Do you think of wars to overcome oppression by rabid dictators? Do you think of standing up to corrupt politicians? Do you think of striving to ensure there is justice for all? Or do you think about your faith? Though there may be manyContinue reading “Fight the Good Fight”
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No More Haughtiness
Do you sometimes feel like you have it all together? Do you feel haughty, as though you are better than others? Have you thought your heritage is one to brag about? Has being a member of certain organizations made you feel superior? Do you know those are false feelings? We like to think we areContinue reading “No More Haughtiness”
Righteous Peace
Do you prefer peace or war? Do you like having drama in your life? Are you an agent of peace? Do you pursue peace? Do you negotiate peace among warring parties? Where does your peace come from? Is it merely a lack of hatred or violence? Or is your peace far deeper? Most of usContinue reading “Righteous Peace”
Slow To Anger
Does your temper get the best of you? Does it cause you to do things you regret later? Does it get out of control at times? Do you allow your anger to entice you to vengeance? In your anger, do you make bad decisions? Are you willing give up your anger? Our temper can getContinue reading “Slow To Anger”
From Faith to Righteousness
What does righteousness mean to you? What does faith mean to you? Does righteousness include faith? Does faith lead to righteousness? Is righteousness something you can achieve in this life? Are you pursuing righteousness? Have you taken time to ponder these questions? Righteousness can be a contentious topic to discuss. There are many opinions, andContinue reading “From Faith to Righteousness”
Christmas Continued
Do you feel a letdown following Christmas? Once all the family gatherings are done, are you exhausted? Do you look forward to the new year? Do you reflect on the past year? Have you read beyond the story of Jesus’ birth? Do you know what happens next in Jesus’ life? For many of us, ChristmasContinue reading “Christmas Continued”
Waiting for Righteousness
Are you waiting for something? Are you hoping it will come quickly? Does your object of desire need to grow? Will you assist in its growth? Do you need someone else to provide what you are waiting for? How long will you wait? Are you waiting for God to show you his plan? We waitContinue reading “Waiting for Righteousness”
Word Became Flesh
Have you ever thought about the Word of God becoming flesh in the baby Jesus? He is the very Word by which all things were created. As the Word, He existed before time began. Pause a moment and let that sink in. The one we celebrate on Christmas day existed before time. We celebrate HimContinue reading “Word Became Flesh”
Rejoice in the Lord
How is your relationship with God? What is your perspective of God? Have you decided to rejoice in the gifts he has given you? Do you realize the significance of being given salvation? Do you know you have been made righteous only because of what he has done? We typically go about our daily livesContinue reading “Rejoice in the Lord”
Love and Faithfulness
Are you looking for a love that will last forever? Do you know it is available? Do you want to know where you can find it? Are you longing for a peace that is joined with a goodness above all goodness? Would you believe it if you were told it would all come to be?Continue reading “Love and Faithfulness”
Marty Pressey 