Ephesians 6:10 (MEV): Finally, my brothers, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. In my reading, it occurred to me that what we consider to be the epitome of preparation for spiritual warfare as being Paul's description of the armor we must wear. These are his final thoughts on the …
It’s Nailed to the Cross
Colossians 2:13–15 (MEV): And you, being dead in your sins and the uncircumcision of your flesh, He has resurrected together with Him, having forgiven you all sins. He blotted out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us and contrary to us, and He took it out of the way, nailing it to the cross. …
For to God we are a Sweet Fragrance of Christ
2 Corinthians 2:14–17 (MEV): Now thanks be to God who always causes us to triumph in Christ and through us reveals the fragrance of His knowledge in every place. For we are to God a sweet fragrance of Christ among those who are saved and among those who perish. To the one we are the …
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The Two-Fold Atonement
1 Corinthians 15:17 (MEV): If Christ is not raised, your faith is vain; you are still in your sins.Paul makes a surprising claim. If Jesus Christ is not risen and alive, us Christians are still in our sins. Wait, what about that hymn, "What can wash away my sins?" We sing in answer, "Nothing but …
The Christmas Star
Some of us were excited to see what is dubbed “the Christmas Star.” Jupiter and Saturn moved very close together to appear as one ‘star.’ The ancients called the planets wandering stars because of the observable movement they made in the skies. But did you miss the significance of the timing? I’m not talking about …
Go Your Way
Acts 9:10 (MEV): A disciple named Ananias was in Damascus. The Lord said to him in a vision, “Ananias.” He said, “Here I am, Lord.” Here I am. There is no other way to answer the Lord when He calls, at least for those who love Him. Many of us wait for that call. Sometimes, …
First
Acts 3:26 (MEV): God, having raised up His Son Jesus, sent Him to you first, to bless you in turning every one of you from your iniquities.” Peter... Peter... Sometimes the things you are recorded as saying surprise me. Especially when given your actions that ensure years afterward. You know, I think lots of people …
A Bit of Controversial Intrigue
Matthew 28:11–13 (MEV): While they were going, indeed, some of the soldiers went into the city and described to the chief priests everything that had happened. When the chief priests were assembled with the elders and had taken counsel, they gave much money to the soldiers, saying, “You are to say, ‘His disciples came by …
I Will Not Leave You Fatherless
John 15:1–4 (MEV): “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that bears no fruit, He takes away. And every branch that bears fruit, He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. You are already clean through the word which I have spoken to you. Remain in Me, …
Always be Ready
Matthew 25:5 (MEV): While the bridegroom delayed, they all rested and slept. I cannot help but notice the word delayed. Ten virgins were expecting the bridegroom. They were ready for him, but only five had oil (provision.) The bridegroom was expected, but for some reason delayed or was delayed. What is being said here is …
