James 1:2-3 Pure Joy
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." James 1:2-3 James starts out his letter with a very powerful, hard-hitting, and not so cheerful statement about being joyful. Everyone loves to hear about being joyful and wants... Continue Reading →
2 Thessalonians 3:5 Direction Of Your Heart
"May the Lord direct your hearts into God's love and Christ's perseverance." 1 Thessalonians 3:5 Paul had just finished stating that Jesus is faithful and will protect the people from the evil one and will strengthen them. In doing this they must continue to do the things that God has directed them to do. Now... Continue Reading →
Romans 5:3-4 A New Reason to Rejoice
"Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope." Romans 5:3-4 It is easy to rejoice in the salvation that Jesus provides by faith. It is an amazing grace that God loves people and wants to save them. Any person who realizes... Continue Reading →
