by lighthouse | Apr 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
Philemon 1:13b “…while I am in chains for the gospel.” God’s grace has so controlled Paul (the author of Philemon) that he cannot escape. Every Christian enjoys being enveloped by the saving grace found only through our Savior’s sacrifice. Our every movement is dictated by the phenomenal truth of God’s grace. Worries, fear, anxiety and all typical human weakness disappears when we allow the grace of our God to bind each of us to the loving and embracing arms of our Heavenly Father.
by lighthouse | Apr 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Philemon 1:7a “Your love has given me great joy and encouragement…” Caring for another person has a tremendous impact on that person. Loving, caring and placing another person ahead of ourselves is a scene not too often seen. As a Christian, you and I should be regularly practicing these virtues. The impact you and I have on another person, though that impact does not look for praise, gives encouragement that is not measurable in evident sight. Let’s not just say we are Christians—let’s pray that we always act as we Christians should act. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Apr 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
Philemon 1:6 “I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ.” Paul knew that every faithful Christian would share their faithfulness. Without knowing Jesus, life is not only meaningless, it is a disaster. Knowing our Savior is sharing our Savior. What is the advantage of knowing Jesus? Answer: a peaceful and contented life on earth filled with hope and an eternity spent with our God forever. Quite an advantage! Earthly wealth can be not only meaningless but disastrous.
by lighthouse | Apr 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Philemon 1:3 “Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” To all of you who read these devotional thoughts: Grace and peace from our God–our Savior be to you. How are you doing today? God, our Father, is going to make your day great! Enjoy His presence! Paul’s wonderful way to start this letter–Our wonderful way to start our day–today and everyday.
by lighthouse | Apr 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
Acts 28:31 “Boldly and without hindrance he preached the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ.” Paul was a visitor in Rome who was directed by his Father. Rome was not a Christian city with multiple Christian churches. Yet, Paul did not live in fear while he taught and confessed truths of His Savior. Paul knew the truth and knew others had to learn about the One True God. Whether his words were approved or not he confessed what he knew was truth. Certainly you and I can learn from Paul and confess the same truths Paul boldly confessed.
by lighthouse | Apr 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
Acts 27:25&44b “So keep up your courage, men, for I have faith in God that it will happen just as he told me. …in this way everyone reached land in safety.” For days a storm raged. Paul was a faith filled prisoner on board the ship. God told Paul all would survive the storm because He was in control. All did survive just as God promised. God’s Word never fails. Those 4 words direct every Christian’s life. Apply the content of those words to yourself and live securely in our Savior’s arms. God’s Word never fails. Pray for Marilyn as she is having surgery today. She needs assurance God is both faithful and at her side. And no matter what—All is well.
