Now to him who works, the wages are not counted as grace but as debt. Romans 4:4 Employment is something that most people seek to have. They want a job that pays well so that they have the money they need or want to be able to purchase the things that they need or want.... Continue Reading →
2 Corinthians 5:20 Be Reconciled To God
We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ's behalf: Be reconciled to God. 2 Corinthians 5:20 Everyone who has a checking account with a bank, must work on keeping it reconciled on a regular basis. They have to make sure that what they see... Continue Reading →
Romans 13:8 Only One Outstanding Debt Allowed
"Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law." Romans 13:8 Just prior to this verse Paul talked about paying everyone what is owed. This covered everything, including taxes, honor, and respect. Now he tells everyone to have no debts that are outstanding... Continue Reading →
Matthew 18:35 Unforgiveness
"This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother or sister from your heart." Matthew 18:35 Jesus had just finished a parable about a man who was forgiven of millions of dollars, then went out and refused to forgive a man of a few dollars. This man was... Continue Reading →