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Sunday, February 28, 2021
Saturday, February 27, 2021
Focus On Eternal Life: 2 Corinthians 4:17-18
For our light affliction, which is but for a moment is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, 18 while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.
The trials and tribulations we are suffering
while here on earth pale in comparison to the glory we will receive when we
get to heaven. Things in this life are temporary, but the unseen eternal is
forever. Revelation 21:4 confirms this statement by stating, And God shall wipe away all tears from their
eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither
shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
Friday, February 26, 2021
Standing Firm on Our Faith: Hebrews 10:23-25
Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;) And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day as approaching.
I write this message as a source of encouragement to my brothers and sisters to stand fast in our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Regardless of our situation, we must hold fast to the profession of our faith. In doing so, we reaffirm our trust and confidence in God and His promises of never to leave nor forsake His own; all believers are children of God.As we stand fast in our faith, we encourage our
brothers and sisters who may lack the same level of confidence as we do. We
encourage our fellow men in words, doing good deeds such as if there is a
physical need, then meet that need or calling them on the telephone to say hi
and or bring a smile to the person. We can always pray for our brothers and
sisters as well as provide and share a scripture verse. We also offer
encouragement by inviting them to meet me at church to worship and fellowship
together.
As we interact with one another, we will further
enhance our spiritual growth and our spiritual fruit manifestation, as outlined
in Galatians 5:22-23. They are love, kindness, joy, peace, longsuffering,
goodness, gentleness, faithfulness, and self-control.
Showing love to one another is one of the
hallmarks of the Christian church and our obedience to the commandment of
Christ to love one another.
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Be willing to forgive and Help One Another: Galatians 6:1-2
Brethren,
if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which is spiritual, restore such a (an)
one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfill the
law of Christ.
Today, it appears that sin has overtaken the world, and there are
no good people in the world. We all have sinned and fallen short of the glory
of God; therefore, we must be willing to forgive and restore our fellow man who
has been overtaken by sin (a fault). Jesus Christ, our Lord, and Savior forgave
us of our sins through His atoning death on the cross. What this means is that
there was a point in our lives where we were dead to sin with no hope of
restoration, but thanks to Jesus’ willingness to bear our sins and give us
right standing with our heavenly Father.
We
are encouraged to look past our fellowman’s faults and, when he/she has a need,
fulfill that need to the best of our abilities. In doing so, we will be
fulfilling the Law of Christ.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
God, Our Refuge
Psalm 9:9, The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. The Lord God is our refuge; our siding place; therefore, let us cover ourselves in His love, grace, and mercy.