2 Peter 3: 18 encourages us to “grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ” (KJV). As I have considered this, one thing that comes to mind is the reminder that everything in the Christian life is dependent on the grace of God. That is not to say that [...]
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Grow in grace
Posted in Pathway ponderings, Scripture on October 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The fruit of our lips?
Posted in Pathway ponderings, Scripture on May 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.” (Heb. 13:15 ESV)
Scripture is clear that we need to watch what we say. This is an area that we need to take seriously. The other day the Lord showed me [...]
“Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again”
Posted in Quotes, Scripture on April 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“Who is he that condemneth? It is Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, who is even at the right hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us.” Rom. 8:34 (KJV)
“The first reason why the Christian never can be condemned is because CHRIST HATH DIED. We believe that in the death of [...]
Feeling anxious?
Posted in Life in Christ, Pathway ponderings, Scripture on March 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Phil.4:6-7: “do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (ESV)
These are times when many are feeling anxious and worrysome. But [...]
High and lifted up
Posted in Scripture on February 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple.” (Is. 6:1 ESV)
Isaiah saw the Lord high and lifted up. We need to see the Lord high and lifted up, to see Him as the great sovereign [...]
A new frame of reference
Posted in Life in Christ, Scripture, discipleship on January 19, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.” (Gal.2:20 KJV)
As one who belongs to Christ, this verse should be [...]
Christmas Joy
Posted in Scripture on December 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
“And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins…And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the [...]
God sent His Son
Posted in Scripture on December 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
“But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, To redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons. And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, [...]
Give Thanks
Posted in Pathway ponderings, Scripture on November 27, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
“give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thess. 5:18 ESV)
Are we a thankful people? As believers we certainly should be thankful. For example, do we express thankfulness for the salvation we have in Christ? We need to be aware that to not be thankful [...]
Children’s children
Posted in Scripture on November 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
“Children’s children are the crown of old men” (Prov. 17:6a KJV)
I am rejoicing in the arrival of my first grandchild. What a blessing from the Lord he is!
