“Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed” (John 6:27 KJV). When Christ forbade the people to declare Him king, He knew that a turning point in His history was reached.Continue reading “Selfish Hopes Dashed, Hatred Erupts”
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Walking on Water: Night of Terror and Trust
“But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.“When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: whenContinue reading “Walking on Water: Night of Terror and Trust”
Dealing with Jealous Hatred
“Then said Pilate unto him, Hearest thou not how many things they witness against thee?“And he answered him to never a word; insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly” (Matthew 27:13, 14). The servants of Christ are not to act out the dictates of the natural heart. They need to have close communion with God, lest,Continue reading “Dealing with Jealous Hatred”
The Work: Loving the Longing
“And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand.“Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give” (Matthew 10:7, 8 KJV). The apostles were members of the family of Jesus, and they had accompanied Him as He traveled on foot through Galilee.Continue reading “The Work: Loving the Longing”
Help for the Haughty
“But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,” (Luke 6:27 KJV). Returning from Gergesa to the western shore, Jesus found a multitude gathered to receive Him, and they greeted Him with joy. He remained by the seaside for a time, teaching and healing, and then repairedContinue reading “Help for the Haughty”
Live by faith the true fast of God daily: That we keep Sabbath holy— the seventh day
If we are not choosing to surrender our very being, our minds, our will to the will of God, surrender up all to God daily; we will not and cannot be made holy of God, nor live holy believing on Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. Therefore, we transgress the Ten Commandment Law of God:Continue reading “Live by faith the true fast of God daily: That we keep Sabbath holy— the seventh day”
Better to Judge Yourself
“For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged” (1 Corinthians 11:31 KJV). “Judge not, that ye be not judged.” Do not think yourself better than other men, and set yourself up as their judge. Since you cannot discern motive, you are incapable of judging another. In criticizing him, you are passing sentenceContinue reading “Better to Judge Yourself”