by lighthouse | Oct 6, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 15:57 “But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Any victory is pleasant at the very least. There is celebration even over small victories. Jesus has given you and me a reason to celebrate with the largest celebration possible. He has conquered death. Our lives have to be filled with a celebration that has jumping and rejoicing that would make any one watching comment–what is wrong with that guy! Jesus conquered death! That is cause for a phenomenal/fabulous/way over the top celebration!
by lighthouse | Oct 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 15:26 “The last enemy to be destroyed is death.” Jesus overcame even death through His resurrection. You and I will experience death if this world does not end first. After death we, because of the work of our Savior, will also experience a resurrection. We will become spiritual, live with our God forever and enjoy the happiness we have never experienced before. That is the greatest blessing which we are yet to receive. Death, man’s greatest fear, has been smashed/destroyed/demolished because of our beloved Savior. With faith we live in fear no more. A friend of mine has a prayer request: I got laid off from my job last Friday and my last day is Thursday this week. I’m viewing this as a time of opportunity to seek the Lord’s will for my life.I would appreciate prayers that stand in agreement for God’s will for me. Thanks,Marty
by lighthouse | Oct 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 15:20 “But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the first-fruits of those who have fallen asleep.” There is nothing more joyful than knowing our Savior was raised from the dead. No gift you will ever receive will make you happier. If Jesus had not risen our faith would be meaningless, BUT, He did rise so our faith is magnificent. Our life on this earth has meaning and purpose and eternity in Heaven is guaranteed. What better news can you hear on this Monday morning?
by lighthouse | Oct 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 15:10a “But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect…” You and I are known and loved by our Heavenly Father and you and I in turn know and love God. That truth did not happen by accident and that fact carries responsibility. What is the effect that wonderful truth has on you and me? How do each of us take that responsibility and both live as He tells us and how do we share the Gospel? Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Sep 30, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 15:3-4 “For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures…” The author of these words thought it was of ultra importance to pass on the most valuable truth known to man. Jesus lived, died and rose. Is there any other truth you or I can pass on to our children, grandchildren, those we love or all the world than the story of our Savior? The telling of that story is our most important task and privilege on this earth.
by lighthouse | Sep 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 15:2 “By this gospel you are saved, if you hold firmly to the word I preached to you. Otherwise, you have believed in vain.” The Good News all Christians enjoy is life saving. One can have all the wealth of this world and experience all the pleasures of this world while never knowing the saving truth of the Gospel and his/her life on this earth will have been meaningless no matter seeming accomplishments. Knowing the truth of The Gospel and enjoying the life of eternity with our Savior is by far the most valuable treasure one can possibly possess. Hold your Savior’s hand firmly–never let go!
by lighthouse | Sep 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 13:13 “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” Is faith ultra important for life with God? Absolutely! Is hope ultra important for life with God? Absolutely! What makes love greater than faith or hope? Can one have faith without love? No! Can one have hope without love? No! All three are essential ingredients. Yet love, God’s love, defines the other two–faith and hope. Is it that faith and hope are inner, personal attributes and love is both internal and external? Yes. One cannot truly appreciate either God or fellow mankind without love. Very, very interesting passage.
by lighthouse | Sep 27, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 13:11 “When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put childish ways behind me.” Childhood can be an enjoyable time of dependence on one’s parents. That is God’s intent. Good parents help shape a child’s being. The responsibilities of a faithful parent are tremendous. To shape a child is a wonderful and fulfilling task. When that child becomes an adult he/she assumes the same responsibility as his/her parents. What a privilege it is to faithfully live in God’s plan in the stages of the circle of life, serving our Heavenly Father in every stage.
by lighthouse | Sep 24, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 13:7 “It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” Out of 9 words, 4 are the word–always–. Consistency dominates. You and I cannot show love once and then expect love traits to be dominate in our lives. You and I must be consistent. Protection, trust, hope and perseverance are traits which define you and me constantly–always–. Anyone who knows you or me and is either loved by you or me or who loves you or me has no doubt of the passion owned when the thought of love exists. That thought is true in our relationship with each other and in our relationship with our Heavenly Father and in His relationship with us.
by lighthouse | Sep 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 13:6 “Love does nor delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.” Love will always dictate you or I want the best to be the experience of those we love. The person/s we love always wants the best for us in return. When a loved one needs help, we will give help. When one we love has any need we can help fulfill, we will be there with whatever the need is. It is impossible to ignore a loved one. Why would any of us ever lie to one we love. Lying is just the opposite of love. Honesty, without fail, is another true sign of concern and love.
by lighthouse | Sep 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 13:5 “It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.” Can you say you have the 4 traits described in this passage? Do you or I try to understand the other person without placing ourselves as being more important? Being concerned for those we love and showing that love through our behavior is another important trait in the definition of love.
by lighthouse | Sep 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
I Corinthians 13:4 “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.” In this entire chapter God defines love. We have all told someone on this earth–I love you–what did you really mean? When you tell God you love Him, –what do you mean? Can you love someone and not be patient, kind, concerned for their well being more than yourself? When you love–you are more concerned for the one you love than you are for yourself. Now, who do you love?
