For God did not appoint us to suffer wrath but to receive salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Thessalonians 5:9 People are often appointed to various positions of authority and power in businesses, organizations and governments. Higher level leaders, individually or as a group, will often choose who they want in some position and... Continue Reading →
Matthew 21:44 Are You Broken Or Crushed?
Anyone who falls on this stone will be broken to pieces; anyone on whom it falls will be crushed. Matthew 21:44 People in authority are there for a reason. They are in their position to ensure others learn and follow the procedures to get something accomplished. Some people hate those in authority, because they desire... Continue Reading →
1 Corinthians 2:14 Rejecting The Holy Spirit’s Things
The person without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God but considers them foolishness, and cannot understand them because they are discerned only through the Spirit. 1 Corinthians 2:14 In order for most people to accept something, they must be able to understand it. It is very common... Continue Reading →
Acts 7:51 Resisting God’s Holy Spirit
You stiff-necked people! Your hearts and ears are still uncircumcised. You are just like your ancestors: You always resist the Holy Spirit! Acts 7:51 Following the guidance of someone is often difficult for many people to do. Most people feel as if they know what is best and can accomplish everything on their own. Pride... Continue Reading →
Matthew 19:11 Acceptance Is Not Universal
Jesus replied, "Not everyone can accept this word, but only those to whom it has been given." Matthew 19:11 Every time a leader speaks, there will be many things being said. Out of those words there will be things that people will accept and things people will reject. Some people will accept everything, while others... Continue Reading →