The Battle Within

The Battle Within

“I find then the principle that evil is present in me, the one who wants to do good.” Rom. 7:21; NASB  The Apostle Paul wrote this passage. I somehow find it comforting that the author of almost two-thirds of the New Testament had some of the same battles the rest of...
You Can Be Free Indeed

You Can Be Free Indeed

“It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.” Gal. 5:1; NASB  Jesus died on the cross to set us free from sin and death. He allowed Himself to be hung on that cross because He loves us. The...
Embrace The Challenge

Embrace The Challenge

“If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me.” Luke 9:23; NASB  Even if you have only been a believer for a short time, you have heard or read this verse at least once. It is one of the most important concepts of...
A New Fearless You

A New Fearless You

“And put on the new self, which in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness of the truth.”Eph. 4:24; NASB  If someone were to ask you what you see when you look in the mirror, would you even think to say righteousness and holiness? Chances...
Don’t Give Up

Don’t Give Up

“Now may the God who gives perseverance and encouragement…”Romans 15:5a; NASB  We are over 40 days into the new year and it’s time for an assessment. For those of you who made a new year’s resolution, have you implemented the change(s) you vowed to make?...
It’s Your Choice

It’s Your Choice

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful.” Col. 3:15; NASB  Think about this for a minute. Do you let the peace of Christ rule in your heart? If you have accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior, His...