James 2:14-26 Previously, we concluded that the only way a person can be declared righteous by the Lord is on the basis of faith. Some individuals might…… Read more “The Balanced Life”
Hindrances to Effective Prayer
James 1:1-8 In previous studies on prayer, we have learned that effective prayer comes from a humble spirit, is earnest in its approach, and is rooted in…… Read more “Hindrances to Effective Prayer”
I Have Fought a Good Fight
II Timothy 4:7-8 The Apostle Paul shared these words with Timothy as he neared the end of his ministry for Christ. ” I have fought the good fight,…… Read more “I Have Fought a Good Fight”
Who Am I?
Romans 1:1 Paul said, “I am a servant.” The word “servant” is not degrading. It was a term used to denote people who held various positions for…… Read more “Who Am I?”
Be Perfect! Who? Me!?!
Genesis 6:9-13 Jesus made a concluding statement in the Sermon on the Mount, recorded in Matthew 5:48: “You, therefore, must be perfect, as your Father in Heaven…… Read more “Be Perfect! Who? Me!?!”
The Delight of the Devoted Disciple
Psalm 84 Some words we use, while we have a general idea of their meaning, are hard to define when pressed. It is like our president in…… Read more “The Delight of the Devoted Disciple”
The Way of Redemption
I Peter 1:6-21 The story is told of Abraham Lincoln, who went down to the slave block and there noticed a young black girl up for auction.…… Read more “The Way of Redemption”
The Results of Forgiveness
Romans 5:1-5 There is great joy in forgiveness! We have in our past considerations of the book of Romans seen the effects of sin. We have noted…… Read more “The Results of Forgiveness”
No Excuse
Romans 1:16-32 The question is often posed, “Why is there so much evil in the world?” It is true every generation believes their generation is the worst…… Read more “No Excuse”
The Power of Positive Living
James 5:7-20 James started his letter to the Christians who were scattered by giving them instruction on how to live victoriously in the face of trials. He…… Read more “The Power of Positive Living”
