Let Love Be Your Highest Goal (Part 2)
1 John 3:14-17 If we love our brothers and sisters who are believers, it proves that we have passed from death to life. But a person who has no love is still dead. Anyone who hates another brother or sister…
1 John 3:14-17 If we love our brothers and sisters who are believers, it proves that we have passed from death to life. But a person who has no love is still dead. Anyone who hates another brother or sister…
1 Corinthians 14:1 Let love be your highest goal! But you should also desire the special abilities the Spirit gives—especially the ability to prophesy. As believers, our highest priority is to know the love of God and express that love…
The Christian life is built entirely on love. It is central to the believer’s life. However, the love of many has begun to wane, and many have forgotten why they serve. The word “love” is loosely translated in English. The…
Hebrews 12:1 Since we have such a huge crowd of men of faith watching us from the grandstands, let us strip off anything that slows us down or holds us back, especially those sins that wrap themselves so tightly around…
A believer knows when it is time to go. It is a privilege to have that knowledge. The patriarchs in the Word of God knew when it was their time to go. At the end of our lives, we want…
Staying committed is crucial to finishing. Many people start but don’t finish. However, it is only those who persist that enjoy the best of God and life. One of the ways to stay committed is by not looking back. Matthew…
Text: Hebrews 6:12-15 (NIV) “We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised. When God made his promise to Abraham, since there was no one greater for…
We have learned that the Holy Spirit can lead us through a still small voice (rare), desires of our heart, and the Word of God. The Word of God is the common and general mode for us as believers. Romans…
John 16:7 But very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you. One…
Influence is anything that affects your character or behavior. People can influence each other, and the Holy Spirit exerts influence on believers. Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit (Ephesians 5:18).…