Category Archives: Christian living

Surrounded by His Glory

Another day begins: O what fun! Consider the opportunities to share our faith, and the opportunities to show the example of Christ’s love to those around us.  Consider the chance we’ll have to bring Christ to others, and to walk … Continue reading

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Rejoice!

This is the day the LORD has made;    let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 How much joy do we take in life? How much joy do we have in worship? OK, I agree that not every situation … Continue reading

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Paul Closes the Letter

Philippians 4:10-23 Paul closes out his letter in this final part of chapter four. This is largely a personal message to the Philippians, but there are some things about it that we can learn, especially if we keep the theme … Continue reading

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Beautiful but…

There are some things in this life that are absolutely beautiful.  Some are alluring, some are natural while others are man-made.  They might catch our eye or arouse our senses.  They may seem entirely harmless… and they might be good … Continue reading

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Prayer in the Morning

Is it really necessary for us to spend time in prayer in the morning? I think so. ll dark, Jesus got up, left the house, and went away to a secluded place, and was praying there. Mark 1:35 How many posts have … Continue reading

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Summing Up

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, … Continue reading

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False Apostles

2 Corinthians 1-15 When you read these verses, you will see that Paul can be pretty direct in his language, that he doesn’t mind the use of sarcasm, and that he doesn’t always pull his punches… I hope you will … Continue reading

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Victory!

There are days in my life that don’t feel very victorious; how about you? There are also days when I’m not feeling all that strong or confident in the future; maybe you have those days also. I’ve lived life long … Continue reading

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Truth

Does the truth really count for anything anymore? Does anybody really care, or is the truth just whatever it seems like to me? Does government tell us the truth about anything, say the economy for instance? How about the news media, … Continue reading

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Exhortations

Join together in following my example, brothers and sisters, and just as you have us as a model, keep your eyes on those who live as we do. For, as I have often told you before and now tell you … Continue reading

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