by lighthouse | Nov 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 1:11 “I want you to know, brothers, that the gospel I preached is not something that man made up. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather, I received it by revelation from Jesus Christ.” God has a purpose for each of us. Paul’s obvious purpose was to receive the Gospel and preach that Gospel to the world. Adam had a purpose. Noah had a purpose. Ruth had a purpose. David had a purpose. Elizabeth had a purpose. Mary had a purpose. You have a purpose. I have a purpose. None of us are on this earth to simply exist. We are all Children of our Heavenly Father. What is your purpose?
by lighthouse | Nov 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 1:10 “Am I now trying to win the approval of men or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ.” All of us tend to want approval. We like to be liked. Some of us are more people pleasers than others, but we all like to be a part of a group, large or small and receive the approval of that group. The preceding is not God’s way of thinking. God has very simple advise—follow me. That’s it. Simple. The approval of an individual, group or a large crowd is irrelevant. Earthly approval is most often very temporary—-don’t be fooled by it. God’s approval is eternal—be consumed by it. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Nov 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
Psalm 118:1 “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” Thanksgiving, like Christmas and Easter are continual thoughts of every Christian. We are thankful for ALL of our God’s blessings. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!! TO OUR GLORIOUS GOD!!!!
by lighthouse | Nov 24, 2021 | Uncategorized
II Corinthians 13:11b “…And the God of love and peace will be with you.” Christian confidence is an attitude of hope all of us can enjoy. Notice in this verse Paul does not use the word—might, or maybe will, or I am wishing, but rather with all confidence—a definite conclusion. That is how you and I live our lives—with all confidence in the presence and security as a gift from our Heavenly Father. What a privilege and blessing it is to be a faith filled Christian.
by lighthouse | Nov 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
II Corinthians 13:8 “For we cannot do anything against the truth, but only for the truth.” Ultimate, absolute truth is what God speaks. Opinions abound like snowflakes in a winter storm. When God speaks everyone should listen. The ultimate audacity is to not listen to our God, not follow His Word and invent some philosophy which ignores His truth. Study His Word. Make His instruction be a regular part of your daily life and watch your faith both grow and you become more secure in your true understanding of life.
