In choosing to refrain from buying and selling on the seventh day, they are out of sync with the world. In choosing to worship Him while resting in His providence, they honor Him as Creator and Redeemer, actively extending the divine invitation to others.
Read MoreIn the sanctification process we are continually presented with clues in God’s word. The healthy exercise of our minds to gain understanding is a fundamental part of our worship of Him. His Holy Spirit’s guidance is essential for the privilege of discovering deeper meaning behind each sign or symbol.
Read MoreIn order to practice a personal economy that is wholly submitted to God’s grace, we are taught a direct connection between resting in the LORD on His weekly Sabbath and trusting His provision for our needs. This lesson is one that is presented early and often.
Read MoreForced allegiance of any kind is not genuine. This is exactly why Moses was led by God’s Spirit to emphasize the importance of teaching our children about the character of the only true God, the God of love.
Read MoreOne important aspect we should glean from the words of our Lord is that we are not required to leave our mind “at the door” when we enter God’s kingdom.
Read MoreThe word of God teaches us that His judgement begins with His professed people. God judges those who don’t know last, because He extends as much opportunity as possible to be saved.
Read MoreAmong God’s people, in contrast with widespread apostasy, were “prayer warriors” in the temple who cared deeply about what was going on. In their prayers, they agonized before God for victory over sin.
Read MoreIn these last days, many Christians who claim to worship the Lion of Judah (Revelation 5:5), and with full access to the Word, will trivialize and explain away unbiblical practices by saying that it doesn’t matter to God any more.
Read MoreHaggai was calling the people to renew their confidence in the Lord, and to seek to live holy lives. In every age, future blessings are contingent up present obedience. After all, it is God who is in control of the future.
Read MoreAt the same time, strangers eagerly embraced the message, humbly recognizing their need. Indeed, this was a very disturbing message that Jesus brought to His own during His first coming.
Read MoreThis comment, and many other sayings – all of which were true – shook up the religious community. So much so that they killed Him!
Read MoreJesus allows every test of your faith; and each test has the potential to strengthen that faith. Do you know that your faith in God is a precious treasure to Him? Never believe the devil’s lie that you are insignificant.
Read MoreIt is the reverence of God and an understanding of the awesomeness of God that causes believers to tremble at His Word. Beloved, never allow the things of this world to dull your sense of His awesome holiness. Say in your heart: Hallowed be Thy Name!
Read MoreThe essence of our faith is unreserved trust in the Word of Almighty God.
Read MoreGod’s law, His will, His government, and His character are synonymous. His goal for each of us is to win our genuine loyalty and love.
Read MoreDoing the real “work” of prayer—for it requires energy—is the key to intimacy with God. It helps us to gain His mind regarding the needs that we place before Him. Our worship of Him and intercession should never be separated.
Read MoreRather than allowing the fallen world to sweep us into default mode, let us seek God. This means that our experiences, whether on the “mountaintop” of a new revelation of Jesus, or in the wake of our blunders, can be used for the building of character.
Read MoreIn Peter’s personality, the pendulum between pride and desperation, ignorance of his faults and knowledge of those same faults, swung all the way to each extreme; first one way, and then the other. Jesus knows these things better than we do, by the way.
Read MoreThe goal of our great God is nothing short of a total transformation of our fallen nature into a nature centered upon the Source of never-ending life and genuine love. This transformation is what it means to be fit for heaven.
Read MoreThis new beginning is only the starting point of the restored relationship. It signifies an individual’s willingness to become a disciple of Christ. It includes laying aside one’s “right” to his own preferences, in faith that the Teacher’s instruction is in the best interest of His followers.
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