“For we do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, of our trouble which came to us in Asia: that we were burdened beyond measure, above strength, so that we despaired even of life. Yes, we had the sentence of … Continue reading Frustration

“And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it.” (1 Corinthians 12:26) The Bible is clear that God has gifted us each differently and according to … Continue reading The Curse of Comparison

“Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who works in you both to … Continue reading God At Work

“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:21 I don’t know much. It’s not a statement of humility; it’s just a fact. I take comfort in knowing that some of the men whom I highly … Continue reading Priorities

“For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” (2 Corinthians 4:6) … Continue reading Light in the Dark

“Now a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man and mighty in the Scriptures, came to Ephesus. This man had been instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in spirit, he spoke and taught … Continue reading Context – Part 2

“He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companion of fools will be destroyed” (Proverbs 13:20) The scriptures are clear that context has a great influence on our lives. Who you become and the way you behave, along … Continue reading Context – Part 1

“And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see … Continue reading The Body

And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “ All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of … Continue reading The World in Your Backyard