Don’t Be Taken in by Deceptive Philosophy – Colossians 2:8
Paul warns us against being taken in by deceptive philosophies that abound in our world. Instead, keep your eyes fixed on the Lord Jesus.
Faithfulness
Discharge the Duties of Your Ministry – 2 Timothy 4:5
Paul’s charge to Timothy included discharging the duties of his ministry. This speaks to me as well. Do all that the Lord has given me to do.
I Am With You and Will Rescue You – Jeremiah 1:19
They will fight against you but will not overcome you, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the LORD. Jeremiah 1:19 NIV Jeremiah was called to be a prophet of God in the last years of Judah before she was destroyed by Babylon. This was a very challenging time for the nation. Judah had fallen into idolatry. Social injustice was rampant. Babylon was threatening. Judah’s kings were weak and ineffective. The future was bleak. Jeremiah was called primarily to pronounce judgement on both the people and the nation for their sin and rebellion. While his message held …
Watch Your Life and Doctrine Closely – 1 Timothy 4:16
All believers, not just preachers and teachers, need to watch our lives and doctrine closely. It is important both for ourselves and those we influence.
Jacob and Leah: A Happy Ending – Genesis 49:31
The life marriage of Jacob and Leah is not likely one that you would see as being happy. Yet in the end, faithful Leah has victory over Rachel.
Blessed Because of Joseph – Genesis 39:5
Does God bless your faithfulness? I believe he does. And the story of Joseph indicates that others will also be blessed because of our faithfulness.
Accountability as a Believer – Luke 12:48b
As a believer in the Lord Jesus I have a level of accountability to God for what he was given to me. Will I be faithful to him? Or will I fall short.
No Turning Back: Following the Call – 1 Kings 19:21
When Elisha is called to follow Elijah, he truely left all to follow God’s call. For Elisha there was no turning back. Elisha set an example of commitment.
Responding to Challenging Circumstances – Philippians 1:12
How do you respond to the challenging circumstance that you might sometimes find yourself in? Paul’s example is that God can use us even then. Trust him.
How Long Will You Hide Your Face From Me – Psalm 13:1, 5-6
As David did, so I have chosen to trust in God in those times when he seems far away. Sometimes it is my sin that separates us. Other times I don’t know why he seems distant. But regardless, I will trust him and sing his praise. How do you respond in those times?