by lighthouse | Nov 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
John 1:12 “Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God–” I am…………..-you can state your occupation, your net worth, your skin color, your education or you can state the greatest honor given—–that being: I am a child of God. That honor is the most valuable title or description of yourself anyone could give you. Those 6 words carry you through this life and will carry you into your real home in Heaven. If anyone ever asks you—who are you? Your immediate response—-I am a child of God. What an honor! Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Nov 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
John 1:9 “The true light that gives light to every man was coming into the world.” On the first day of Creation God created light. What that light was is an interesting yet nonconclusive study. The important fact is: the first thing God created was light. The rest of Creation came after this first and critical need. Your and my most critical need is light–or should the word be spelled Light. Without our Light survival is impossible. John, our author, continually emphasizes Jesus as our Light. He is the One we cannot survive without. Why would we want to walk in darkness when we can enjoy the Light of life?
by lighthouse | Nov 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
John 1:6-7 “There came a man who was sent from God; his name was John. He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all men might believe.” John was born to testify as a witness to Light. John knew he had the distinct privilege of introducing Jesus, our beloved Savior, the Light, to the world. Wouldn’t you think John would have enjoyed an elegant life, the most comfortable chariot in his day, food including every delicacy, and honor befitting the one who was introducing Light? Whenever you think of God’s purpose for your life don’t expect a bed of roses. When you represent your Savior do so realizing this earthly life is loaded with thorns–Heaven is our Home.
by lighthouse | Nov 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
John 1:4 “In Him was life, and that life was the light of men.” If you have a choice of walking, running or living in darkness or walking, running or living in light—which would you choose?There couldn’t be a more obvious answer, yet many choose the obviously wrong answer. Study your Bible, develop a close relationship with your Heavenly Father and enjoy the wonderful daily and eternal joy of walking, running and living in the fabulous light gifted to us by our Savior. There is no greater joy!
by lighthouse | Nov 7, 2022 | Uncategorized
John 1:1 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning.” This is a phenomenal verse. This verse begins with the exact 3 words of the beginning of the Bible. The Word–Jesus–was present when God created our universe. If that is true, and it is true, this verse not only states Jesus is God, but it is also the beginning of Christmas. John loved his Savior. He is bringing us to the beginning to show each of us the magnificence of everything he is going to tell us in the rest of his book.
by lighthouse | Nov 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 31:30 “Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” Youth and energy and beauty which come while being young are wonderful blessings. Maturity and age steal these youthful attributes. Walking and exercising become more difficult while youthful beauty slowly fades. However, faith becomes stronger, more in depth and wisdom becomes solid like a boulder. God reminds each of us to praise especially women who portray a faith of strength and the wonderful personality of faithfully serving their Creator. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Nov 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 31:26 “She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” The attributes of an outstanding wife, mother and grandmother are to bring excellence to her family and to those she comes in contact with. The same is true of a husband, father and grandfather. We all share in the responsibility of not only attaining wisdom, but also passing that wisdom on to future generations. God, in this verse, wants us all to know the high value He places on women who serve Him courageously and faithfully.
by lighthouse | Nov 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 31:25a “She is clothed with strength and dignity…” Proverbs 31, the second half, should be studied by every teenager who has thoughts of ever getting married. Parents should set their children down and teach the characteristics of an outstanding wife. And children should learn by example. Their mother, if she has the traits God describes in this chapter is to be cherished by her children and by her husband. She is a blessing to all. Sincerely thank God if you have such a mother, grandmother or wife.
by lighthouse | Nov 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 31;10 “A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.” Which would you rather have–(think about this for a little while) –a never ending balance on your debit card or a loyal, faithful, God-fearing and wise spouse?The one allows you earthly pleasures which we seemingly work hard to gain and the other is a gift which one could never work hard enough to buy. One produces friends so abundantly that life is one party after another and the other is contentedness and peace creating a home of character, honor and love. All of us would/should conclude the spouse is a far more valuable treasure. What is your choice?
by lighthouse | Oct 31, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 8a “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves…” The largest group of individuals who cannot speak for themselves are children–little children–very little children–children in the womb. How can they represent themselves? They can’t. You and I have an obligation to represent them–or should we ignore both them and this passage?
by lighthouse | Oct 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 30:8b-9 “…give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily bread. Otherwise, I may have too much and disown you and say, ‘Who is the Lord?’ Or I may become poor and steal, and so dishonor the name of my God. Our relationship with our Heavenly Father is the most important, most valuable and the most meaningful possession you and I cherish. We never want our earthly wealth, or our earthly lack of possessions to affect this relationship. Our strength is our Savior, and we all want to be as strong as possible with no interference or distractions. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Oct 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
Proverbs 30:5 “Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.” Some view God’s Word as being a book which can be interpreted as one pleases and parts can even be eliminated if one so chooses. Those attitudes are totally flawed. All of us who value God’s Word as His exposure of Himself and His instruction for living a life of contentedness, peace, faithfulness, wisdom and understanding have to value every word He has written. We can neither add nor discard any word or thought which seemingly makes our opinions valid. This passage is absolute truth and can be interpreted only one way.
