by lighthouse | Dec 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
Ephesians 1:4 “For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight.” How long have you known God? As a child? As an adult? How long has God known you? When you were born? When you knew Him? NO! God knew you before He created this world. He knew you! He loved you! He made you His! When you or I state our God is magnificent we don’t really comprehend what we are saying. Another incomprehensible–God sent His Son to earth–we call it Christmas–our God is magnificent!
by lighthouse | Dec 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 6:14 “May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.” In the psychology of mankind a positive self image is essential for a well rounded person. That self image can make the difference between happiness and depression. There is a huge difference between a positive self image and a boastful personality. The first is healthy while the second is detrimental. If you must boast, only boast about the love and sacrifice of your Savior. That boasting is essential for all Christians to enjoy.
by lighthouse | Dec 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 6:9 “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” To follow our Savior consistently is a difficulty every Christian endures. It is easy to talk about being a child of God, but it is difficult continually being that child. Three forces present a continual battle–the Devil, the ways of the world and our own desires. Perseverance, prayer and realizing a phenomenal treasure awaits us is key to our faithfulness. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Dec 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. The words stated are the heart of every Christians thoughts, words and actions. There is nothing more powerful than a child of God filled with the traits expressed by God through Paul. I am sure each of would say of ourselves–we have some attitude adjustments to make–God be our Guide.
by lighthouse | Dec 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 5:16 “So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature.” There is not one person on this earth who escapes his/her own sinful continually nagging harmful desires. These desires will destroy a person if there is no counter realization of the Holy Spirit and His extreme importance in one’s life. We all, to live fruitful lives, must continually pray that the Holy Spirit dominates our lives and not our own desires. This simple truth will fill our world with joy.
by lighthouse | Dec 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 5:13 “You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature, rather, serve one another in love.” Freedom is one of the most valuable concepts a person can have. We all love freedom. God has showered you and me with freedom and we not only enjoy freedom, we love freedom. When we listen to our Heavenly Father our lives are prosperous, fulfilling and enjoyable. When we do not listen our lives become unsuccessful. unfulfilled and unenjoyable. As Christians we strive to listen to our Heavenly Father and live blessed lives, the best lives of wonderful freedom.
by lighthouse | Dec 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 5:6b “…The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.” Have you ever taken the time to figure out what your net worth is? If you have, was your conclusion—wow, that is too much, I have to give some away! Probably not. Our human nature likes bigger and better. What about our God nature? Have you prayed for a stronger more outgoing faith? I am sure you have because that is what our God nature does. Human nature and God nature–both traits of Christians–the first is temporary, the second is eternal. Be sure to especially pray for the second.
by lighthouse | Dec 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 4:7 “So you are no longer a slave, but a son; and since you are a son, God has made you also an heir.” God repeatedly assures you and me that we are His adopted children. God knows the mind of man is forgetful, has a tendency to doubt, has weaknesses and needs constant encouragement and reassurances. This passage is another which strengthens our faith and adds to every Christian’s firm foundation—you and I are heirs of the greatest fortune imaginable. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Dec 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 3:29 “If you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham’s seed and heirs according to the promise.” You are going to inherit the most valuable treasure known to man. That is a promise from God Himself. That promise, that reality, is the bedrock of your life guaranteeing a future of joy so profound there is nothing on this earth that can take that joy from any of us. Live in peace—our inheritance is coming.
by lighthouse | Dec 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 3:26 “You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus.” Every Christian is blessed to be a son of God. That makes you an heir of earthly blessing and an inheritor of eternal life. To contemplate this truth overwhelming to all of us. Be faith filled and worry free. You are a child of The Almighty God.
by lighthouse | Dec 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 3:14 “He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Jesus Christ, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit.” He redeemed us—-3 great words guaranteeing a joyous earthly life and Heavenly wonder for all of us. 3 words which are beyond our comprehension, understanding or realization as to their eternal wonder. Every year we dedicate about a month in celebration of the Christmas message. We buy stuff, we make stuff, we gather, we eat, we drink, we sing, we celebrate in thankfulness to our phenomenal God—He redeemed us!!
by lighthouse | Dec 6, 2021 | Uncategorized
Galatians 3:9 “So those who have faith are blessed along with Abraham, the man of faith.” Abraham’s wealth is well known. He was one of, if not, the wealthiest man in the world when he lived. God blessed him, not because he was an exceptional man of earthly knowledge, but rather because he was an exceptional man of faith. Throughout the Bible Abraham is praised because of his solid faith. If you or I are to be praised, would our praise be because of our faith just like Abraham? Are you being blessed? Reread the passage and realize why.
