Notes of reflections and discussions that touch on matters of the heart.
John 12: 1-12 It was more like a ‘thank you’ gathering in Bethany. Martha and her siblings, Lazarus and Mary hosted Jesus and his disciples to a dinner. Many Jews gathered to see not only Jesus but also Lazarus whom he had raised from the dead. The thought of resurrection was still very strong in …
Know, Develop And Use Your Gifts-2 Perfect Gifts There are many misconceptions about Spiritual gifts. One is that ‘if I have the Holy Spirit, I have all gifts.’ There is the Gift of the Holy Spirit Acts 2:38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of …
Know, Develop And Use Your Gifts There was an attitude among believers long ago that ditched everything ‘natural’ because of the new birth experience. It was thought that once one experiences Spiritual birth, he must have nothing to do with everything natural- in-born qualities and gifts. Unfortunately, this is not possible and untrue as it …
The saying is trustworthy, for: If we have died with him, we will also live with him; if we endure, we will also reign with him; if we deny him, he also will deny us; if we are faithless, he remains faithful— for he cannot deny himself. 2 Tim 2:11-13 The saying… seems like a definite saying that …
Does Jesus have a love language? A love language is a preferred way of receiving or expressing love. Most people will find their love language in any of the following 5 categories: gift giving and receiving, words of affirmation, physical touch, acts of service, and quality time. Many times we express our love to others …
Let me start this article with a Scripture from Hosea chapter 6 vs 6. The LORD says, “For I delight in mercy (to show compassion and mercy towards fellow humans), and not sacrifice (efforts made to get God’s attention, approval and assistance), and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings [Emphasis Mine]. To delight …
Pressing toward the goal Phil 3:14 As in any planning, you begin with the goal in mind, I hope you had the right goal in mind when you started with Christ? Some started the race not having Heaven as their goal- it was a good life in this world. Some wanted to be rich, famous, …
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To gain Christ The second branch of this mindset is the pursuit after Christ. This can be understood as follows:
Phil 3:15-17 NASU Let us therefore, as many as are perfect, have this attitude; and if in anything you have a different attitude, God will reveal that also to you; however, let us keep living by that same standard to which we have attained. Brethren, join in following my example, and observe those who walk …
Suffer hardship as a good soldier of Christ Jesus 2 Tim 2:3 This appeal was made to Timothy to suffer hardship with me (Paul). In chapter 1vs8, Paul had said to Timothy, “Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord or of me His prisoner, but join with me in suffering for …
