Tag Archives: Faith

Thoughts on John 5:16


(John 5:16) So, because Jesus was doing these things on the Sabbath, the Jews persecuted him. Jesus comes into the pool area, on purpose, but we do not really know that. God has a reason for everything, and this may … Continue reading

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Now is the time to step forward.


I chose to return recently to a bible study that I was a regular attendee at for several years. I left because I wanted depth and I was not getting it, so I moved on. I also had an irregular … Continue reading

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You have done and said things!


This was written, and I attempted to post it on Sunday, 1/15/12, but either the internet, or WordPress was having an issue so I am  putting it up today. While some might say that the Lord did not want you … Continue reading

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Where can I get some oil?


I have a very sporadic schedule, so on occasions I stop very early for breakfast. This is my quiet time before work, and something that I find essential. I have to spend time with the Lord each day. The more … Continue reading

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Then we should be moving heaven and earth


I cannot seem to help it. I get so involved in passages of scripture or an intended study that I lose contact with the outside world. That is not necessarily a bad thing as most of world offers me nothing. … Continue reading

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Not seeing, you believe.


A continuing look at 1 Peter chapter 1.  1 Peter 1: 7-9 “….at the appearing of Jesus Christ: (8) Whom having not seen, you love; in whom, though now you see him not, yet believing, you rejoice with joy unspeakable … Continue reading

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Proven by fire and ready to be revealed


A continuing look at the Apostle Peter’s first letter. 1 Peter 1:5-7  1 Peter 1:5-7 RV (the chosen of God) who by the power of God are guarded through faith unto a salvation ready to be revealed in the last … Continue reading

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There are three separate gods, not one God in three persons.


What some groups teach about Jesus and the Bible’s response Adapted from Rose Publications, Christianity, Cults & Religions, 7th Edition My disclaimer upfront: I do not agree with this belief. I am though reaffirming my beliefs and hoping to impact … Continue reading

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Ferrets and Hearing loss


Early one recent A.M. I was watching a program about people and their pets, specifically ferrets. There is something captivating about how animated they are. Attach a wrecking ball and they could destroy anything. They grab and hide everything. Strangely, … Continue reading

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We were deemed righteous.


Through Justification – We were deemed righteous. Without fanfare, hoopla, and all the festive sounds of a celebration it came – our justification. Life came in place of death. Previously we had no options, we were all dead men walking, … Continue reading

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