"You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness." Ephesians 4:22-24 When... Continue Reading →
Galatians 5:13 The Right Use Of Freedom
"You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love." Galatians 5:13 As has been stated multiple times, people love their freedom. God has built it into people to desire to be free. The reason for that is... Continue Reading →
Galatians 2:20 Dead While Living
"I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." Galatians 1:20 Prior to Paul's following Jesus, he fought against Jesus. He was zealous for... Continue Reading →
2 Corinthians5:15 Not Living For Self
And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again." 2 Corinthians 5:15 In this world everywhere a person looks the views of most people are what is in it for themselves. Each person wants the best for his... Continue Reading →
2 Corinthians 3:5 Where Is Your Confidence?
"Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God." 2 Corinthians 3:5 Paul had pointed out how the Corinthian church was a result of their ministry. They had been successful in building a church that was serving God. He knew that the people were changed in... Continue Reading →