Keep Moving Forward Do we allow our past experiences to deter us from moving forward with what God has called us to do? When Paul wrote to the Church at Thessalonica, it was clear this wasn’t the case with him. In the 2nd Chapter, Paul stated, “For yourselves, brethren, know our entrance in unto you, that it was…
Category: Grace for Living
Grace for everyday living. Embracing a Christ-centered faith in the midst of a self-centered culture.
Turning the World Upside Down
Turning the World Upside Down As the Apostle Paul and his companions traveled through Macedonia and Achaia, it was said of the disciples that they had “turned the world upside down” (Acts 17:6). It became especially evident in Thessalonica, where a multitude of people turned from idols to serve the living and true God. Jesus will…
The Church of the Thessalonians
The Church of the Thessalonians “We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers; Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father; Knowing, brethren beloved, your election of…
Arm Yourselves
Arm Yourselves As followers of the Lord Jesus Christ, we know we will experience some degree of suffering. How do we handle it? How do we prepare for it? Well, Christ is our example in all spiritual and godly things. How did he prepare for suffering? 1Peter 4:1-2 says, “Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm…
Hereunto Were Ye Called
Hereunto Were Ye Called As this series continues, Brother Matt helps us to consider some of the trials we can expect as a part of our calling, 1Peter 2:21; and what kind of attitude and preparation we are to maintain, 1Peter 3:15.
What to Expect When You Are Called
What to Expect To be called of God… an eternal blessing! There can be no greater calling in a person’s life. But what can you expect as you pursue the manner of life you are called upon to live? Suffering. Suffering for the sake of righteousness. Did God know that before He called you? Of course…
The Trial of Your Faith
The Trial of Your Faith Suffering for the sake of righteousness has characterized the Lord’s people since the beginning of time. Scripture tells us we can expect it, and we can expect it more as evil men wax worse and worse. How do we prepare ourselves? Peter spent most of his First Epistle encouraging and instructing…
Forgiveness, Seth Kelly
Forgiveness, Seth Kelly Luke 17:3-5, “Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgive him. And if he trespass against thee seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to thee, saying, I repent; thou shalt forgive him. And the apostles said…
Cruise Control, Michael Green, Jr
Cruise Control We can become so relaxed in our service to God that we begin to simply coast along; not growing, not pursuing. We get stuck in ‘cruise control’. Listen as Brother Michael Green not only describes such a condition, but tells us what to do to get out of it.
How is Your Relationship with God?
Relationship with God My relationship with God isn’t what it ought to be. What can I do? Recognize God as your righteous and sovereign Creator; recognize what He has done for you; develop a more consistent spirit of grateful praise. You will begin to see your purpose in Christ; you will begin to have greater discernment in your…
