No matter who you are, where you’re from, or what you do for a living, you have experienced rejection.
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Persecution, Perseverance, and Peace
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.” Matthew 5:10-12
God Always Provides
When we put God first and learn to be content with what we have, peace and joy abound far more than anything else.
Choose Joy
Choosing joy does not mean you forget the wrong that is happening around you. Choosing joy means that we clothe ourselves differently than the world around us. When we choose joy in the face of trials, the world sees us and asks how we can be joyful in such times. When we choose joy instead of arrogance, the world sees a servant willing to help instead of a self-righteous church-goer. When we choose joy over earthly desires, the world sees someone who is joyful and content without vices.
Who Is This Jesus?
“Truly this man was the Son of God!” Mark 15:39 Who is this Jesus;the one you call the Christ?He works such glorious wonders as we’ve never seen before.He claims to be the Son of Man who was prophesied of old.Can it bethat Heis the one we’re waiting for? Who are…
Put God First
We may not realize that we have idols, but the world does. The people in your sphere of influence will see where your loyalty really lies. Even people who do not know you at all can see when you are choosing to put something before the God you claim to serve.
The Great Playground
Do you remember your old school playground? Maybe there was a great jungle gym at a park in your town. As a kid, there’s something special about going to a big playground. I remember one in my hometown that was like a big castle. It had many wooden bridges, towers,…
The Story of Everything
Every story has a beginning, middle, and end. Many good stories have three major “acts” in the middle. Ours does too. God created humans for the same reason humans bear children, make friends, or even own a pet–He desired to love and be loved. Before He made us, however, He…
The Righteous Judge: Romans 2
Introduction Remember back to the text that came just before this chapter division. Paul gave us a look at the depravity of those who choose not to follow God and the wrath that will come upon all sinners. Chapter 2 continues from that discussion right into an important admonition to…
When We Forget God: Romans 1:18-32
Introduction All of Romans is a discussion about the gift, power, and need of the Gospel (or, “good news”) of Jesus Christ. The good news is summed up in three truths: Christ died for our sins, He was buried, and He rose again three days later. It is in these…