Faith Plus Godly Works
Our own works, no matter how good they seem, do more harm than not. This is why a desire to be led by the Spirit of God, and not ourselves, is so important. Continue Reading
James 1:12 (KJV)
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12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
Evangelism Is Not Easy But Worth It
While in the service of God there will be persecution, even to the point of death. Nobody said that being a witness for Christ will come easy, instead it comes with a lot of hard work and tears. Continue Reading
James 1:21-22 (KJV)
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21 Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls.
22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.
A True Christian
Now that we have defined what a true Christian is, I would like you to think to yourself if you are living a life of a Christian. Continue Reading
Seven Disciples Were Called
Because Stephen was full of the Holy Ghost, he was able to do great wonders and miracles among the people, much like Jesus did. Continue Reading
What Would You Do For Jesus?
What if you felt that God was calling you to help a family member, friend, co-worker or neighbor in need. Would you do it? Continue Reading
Are You A True Christian?
It is clear that when Jesus says our whole body is in darkness, if He is not a part of it, that this should mean something to us. Continue Reading
James 5:16 (KJV)
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16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
Possessed Man In The Tombs Is Set Free
So Jesus and His disciples found themselves with a man in very rough shape. People tried to get him under control but no one could. Continue Reading
Lead Us Not Into Temptation
Jesus explained what it takes to follow Him. He said, “he that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal.” Continue Reading
James 1:12-15 (KJV)
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12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
13 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:
14 But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.
15 Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
James 4:14 (KJV)
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14 Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away.
Faith Plus Works
The true nature of doing good works has been downplayed a lot in this world we live in. And this Continue Reading
James 2:14-17 (KJV)
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14 What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him?
15 If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food,
16 And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit?
17 Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.
James 4:7,8 (KJV)
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7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.