Tag Archives: self-control

Against such, there is NO law. Galatians 5:22-23.

Posted on 02/12/2021 by remso

A Christian brother recently brought up the fruits of the Spirit; that day, the item that stuck in my mind, and has been there for weeks, was self-control. Self-control speaks to me about the multitude of times that I have … Continue reading →

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Qualifications for a deacon. 1 Timothy 3:8-13.

Posted on 09/17/2020 by remso

Paul started this third section of his letter to Timothy discussing the qualifications for a Pastor; depending on the translation, you might see terminologies such as an overseer or a shepherd. I am surprised anyone qualifies, as we are all … Continue reading →

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Anyone whose goal is to serve. 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Posted on 08/25/2020 by remso

We closed out chapter two with Paul saying, “I have been chosen as a preacher and apostle to teach the Gentiles this message about faith and truth. I’m not exaggerating—just telling the truth.”  While learning about faith and truth is … Continue reading →

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