"Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 As Paul is closing out his first letter to the Thessalonian church, he gives a few quick lines of what to do or not to do. One of these is to rejoice, pray,... Continue Reading →
Philippians 4:6-7 Get The Peace Of God
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7 Peace is something people want everywhere in the world. This is not the... Continue Reading →
2 Corinthians 9:12 Overflowing Thanks
"This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of the Lord's people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God." 2 Corinthians 9:12 Paul had been encouraging generosity in giving to the needs of others. AS a person gives to someone, God in turn gives to meet the needs... Continue Reading →
Romans 1:21 Darkened Hearts
"For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile and their foolish hearts were darkened." Romans 1:21 Most people around the world will accept that there is a god who is over all of the earth. The god they serve is different for... Continue Reading →
Romans 1:8 Reported Faith
"First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is being reported all over the world." Romans 1:8 As Paul begins his letter to the church in Rome, he gives them some thanks. The thanks that he gives was not for something they gave him or did for him.... Continue Reading →
