Lifestyle Sinfulness “The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work.” 1 John 3:8 (NIV) It is one … Continue reading →
Christ’s Righteousness “My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One.” 1 John 2:1 (NIV) Jesus came to earth to save … Continue reading →
Forgiveness for Sins “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9 (NIV) Don’t hide from Christ, as our first parents did when they sinned, … Continue reading →
Cleansing Blood “But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.” 1 John 1:7 (NIV) The common bond … Continue reading →
Personal Experience “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18 (NIV) God does not ask that we grow in a spiritual intellectualism, but in a … Continue reading →
Kingdom of Truth “But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells.” 2 Peter 3:13 (NIV) The political order of these times will not last, because God has promised … Continue reading →
Witness About Jesus “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” 2 Peter 3:9 (NIV) We must remind … Continue reading →
Jesus Cares “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV) The anxieties of life will choke you unless you give it over to Jesus Christ, the only One who truly cares. Jesus cares for … Continue reading →
God’s Timing “Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.” 1 Peter 5:6 (NIV) Some are quick to magnify themselves, usually at the expense of others, but not the follower of Christ. … Continue reading →
End-Time Prayer “The end of all things is near. Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray.” 1 Peter 4:7 (NIV) These times may be unsettling for our future, but prayer remains God’s channel for personal peace. Sin … Continue reading →