What wisdom do the psalms hold for believers? Tune in as we explore the treasure trove of prayers, praises, and life applications found within the book of Psalms. “Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of …
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” Galatians 5:22–23 (NASB) Jesus promised His followers the gift of the Holy Spirit, who would dwell in them forever. The Spirit brings life, frees us from sin, and empowers us to live …
As the Apostle Paul’s last recorded letter in Scripture, 2 Timothy is full of wisdom from the seasoned minister to his young mentee, Timothy. In this five-part series, Pastor Chuck Swindoll will guide us through key points of this letter, applying its prompts for all believers to examine our hearts, persevere in the faith, hold …
Cuando era niño, mi prima mayor dirigía a nuestra clase de escuela dominical. En un pequeño cuarto en la parte trasera de la iglesia, ella nos guiaba en el canto: “¡Tengo gozo, gozo, gozo, gozo en mi corazón! “¿Dónde!?” “En mi corazón.” “¿Dónde!?” “¡En mi corazón!1 A medida que creces, ¿no parece que el gozo …
“When Jesus spoke again to the people, He said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’” John 8:12 (NIV) Brimming from the ancient pages of the four Gospels rise significant and specific accounts of the life and ministry of Jesus …
“Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Ephesians 5:1-2 (NIV) There are many things that can happen in a family. The way we communicate can sometimes feel like …
“[Love] does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance . . . Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13:6–7 & 13 (NLT) Reflections for the Week …
“[Love] does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged.” 1 Corinthians 13:5 (NLT) Reflections for the Week When was the last time you loved someone, in a practical way, who some people might consider “hard to love”? Would the people you are closest to consider …
“Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude.” 1 Corinthians 13:4 (NLT) Reflections for the Week Think of a time when someone was patient with you, and you felt loved. Then, think of a time someone was kind to you, and you felt loved. Identify a person you …
“If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn’t love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God’s secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I …