“If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:8, 9 KJV). He [John the Baptist] saw his people deceived, self-satisfied, and asleepContinue reading “Vipers: Fatal Security”
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Self-Denial, Not Self-Esteem
“And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me” (Luke 9:23 KJV). We can do nothing without courage and perseverance. Speak words of hope and courage to the poor and the disheartened. If need be, give tangible proofContinue reading “Self-Denial, Not Self-Esteem”
Only the Knowing Needy Filled
“He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich He hath sent empty away.” Luke 1:53. Many of those who came to Christ for help had brought disease upon themselves, yet He did not refuse to heal them. And when virtue from Him entered into these souls, they were convicted of sin, andContinue reading “Only the Knowing Needy Filled”