by lighthouse | Aug 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
Romans 15:13 “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” What a wonderfully encouraging passage from Paul. Is there anything better than joy and peace? Paul did not write that your saving account be filled to overflowing because a full savings account can still leave you empty and lonely. But, hope and trust as free gifts will absolutely fill you with joy and peace, whereas assets cannot. There is NOTHING better than the Holy Spirit living within you! Thank God for this most precious gift.
by lighthouse | Aug 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
Romans 15:5 “May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus.” God abundantly gives material blessings to us all. We can touch them, see them and use them. He also gives us intangible blessings like endurance and encouragement. We do not have to go to motivational seminars to receive thoughts of perseverance or continual encouragement and positive attitude. To receive all the benefits of motivation we need to read and study our Bibles. And then to share these intangibles with each other is the joy of every Christian. Let us always practice caring for each other.
by lighthouse | Aug 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
Romans 15:4 “For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.” The greatest Teacher with the most valuable lessons wrote a Book which has contents that if read and studied with an attitude of using its words and applying them to life will not only guarantee a successful life on this earth, but will guarantee happiness for all eternity. The Bible, though a short history book, is the most wonderful Book ever written. Why would any of us not be thrilled to read it, enjoy its contents and make it a most valuable part of our daily lives?
by lighthouse | Aug 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
Romans 15:1 “We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves.” Conceit has never and will never be admired. Humility and strength of character has always and will always be admired. A truly humble person with a spirit of strength given by our Creator God should be the quality of every Christian. A weak faith will always be strengthened with encouragement from a faith filled Christian. You and I should always be thankful and humble.
by lighthouse | Aug 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Romans 14:19 “Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.” Our purpose in discussion with others should always be to help him or her have an increased or stronger faith. Nothing is accomplished with the mentality–I won the argument. Winning an argument only decreases friendship and eliminates both present and future opportunities for increased faith and friendship. Have a great weekend.
