January, 2017 | Jesus is Mighty to Save!

Worthless Religion

Posted on January 27, 2017
/Under Faith, False Teachings, Teaching

“If anyone thinks he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person’s religion is worthless (James 1:26 ESV). In last week’s article, Resolving Conflicts and Overcoming Strife – Part 2, we mentioned that one of the biggest conflicts we see happening in the church is when a pastor or someone you respect speaks something false about you. The lies could cripple your faith, enslave you, cause you to argue with men, hurt and wound your heart, or even cause you to fall away from the faith. But praise be to the Lord Jesus Christ...Read more

Resolving Conflicts and Overcoming Strife – Part 2

Posted on January 18, 2017
/Under Christian Character, Forgiveness, Friendships and Relationships, Peace, Reconciliation

If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men (Romans 12:18 NKJV) Resolving Conflict the Biblical Way This continues where we left off in the Resolving Conflicts and Overcoming Strife – Part 1 message. When dealing with conflict, the Bible strongly encourages us Christians to pursue peace with one another by having humble hearts, acknowledging their part in the conflict, repenting, and reconciling (Hebrews 12:14-15). The Bible provides the following additional guidelines to help us in resolving conflict: Be led the by the Holy Spirit so that we will not gratify the things of the...Read more

Resolving Conflicts and Overcoming Strife – Part 1

Posted on January 12, 2017
/Under Forgiveness, Friendships and Relationships, Love, Peace, Reconciliation

Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many (Hebrews 12:14-15 NIV). Conflict can be defined as a serious disagreement, quarrel, argument, or contention, typically one that lingers on for a while. Other synonyms in the dictionary for conflict include: strife, discordance, hostility, disharmony, antagonism, antipathy, enmity, ill feeling, bad blood, squabbling, bickering, wrangling, feuding, disunity, dissension, dispute, friction, division, opposition, and...Read more

A Humble Heart – Part 2

Posted on January 4, 2017
/Under Christian Character, Exhortation, Forgiveness, Gentleness, Humility, Meekness, Spiritual Fruit

For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted (Matthew 23:12). Before we begin, we want to wish you a most prosperous and blessed new year in 2017. Last year may have had it’s troubles, distress, and ruffled joy but may this year be remembered for all the joys and breakthroughs as we continue to look to and serve the Lord Jesus Christ! This is a continuation of the message on “A Humble Heart – Part 1“. Importance of Humility Nowadays, the word “pride” has taken a “positive” connotation and is used to celebrate...Read more