Don’t Worry, Be Happy
In 1988, Bobby McFerrin wrote a hit song “Don’t worry, Be happy!” that sold over 1 million copies; But the Word of God revealed long before: trusting in Him is the key to conquering worry and receiving true happiness. Matthew 6:27 Which of you by taking thought can add...
How to get Peace
The fruit of the spirit can only be received through an intimate relationship with the Lord. Want peace? Please God. Want to please God? Do His Word Want to do His Word? Prioritize Him. Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness,...
Obedience, Wisdom & Glory
Obedience begets wisdom; wisdom inherits glory. Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. Matthew 7:24 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his...
Most get it backwards
Matthew 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Matthew 7:14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it....
Spiritual Maturity
In Spiritual maturity, there is less concern about destination and more focus on sanctification. 1Thessalonians 4:3 For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication: 1Thessalonians 4:4 That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and...
His Will; Our Desire
Many hope God’s plan will align with their desires; but for true followers, His will is their desire. Psalm 40:8 I delight to do thy will, O my God: yea, thy law is within my heart. Psalm 119:47 And I will delight myself in thy commandments, which I have...