We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. For Christ did not please himself, but as it is written, “The reproaches of those who reproached you fell on me.”…
Author: Charles A. Bennett
Do Nothing
Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Philippians 2:3 (ESV) I cherish this verse because it is so plain and clear. The message is straightforward and easy to understand. Don’t be selfish Don’t be conceited Have an attitude of humility Value others more than myself Now…
It’s Not The End Of The World
Though the fig tree should not blossom, nor fruit be on the vines, the produce of the olive fail and the fields yield no food, the flock be cut off from the fold and there be no herd in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the LORD; I will take joy in the God…
Be Ye Glad
My day came to an end with a song lingering in my thoughts that was from 1998. The words seem to fit what I see in the news and the message is as true today as it was 1000 years ago, or 4 days ago. In these days of confused situations In these nights…
Lavished Upon Us
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight Ephesians 1:7–8 (ESV) The supply of the grace of God is inexhaustible! “Grace, grace, God’s grace! Grace that is greater than all my sins.” When…
The Opposite Of Wisdom
The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, doing abominable iniquity; there is none who does good. Psalm 53:1 (ESV) Since the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom and knowledge of the Holy One is the source from which that fear begins. The Bible tells me that…
Always Best To Start At The Beginning
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight. Proverbs 9:10 (ESV) The difference between being afraid and being fearful is the first step in wisdom. The fear of the LORD happens when we see His great kindness towards us. When I witness the grace…
Making The Best Use Of The Time
Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit,…
Which Is Easier?
On one of those days, as he was teaching, Pharisees and teachers of the law were sitting there, who had come from every village of Galilee and Judea and from Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was with him to heal. And behold, some men were bringing ron a bed a man who was…
Thought For Today
When you see a light at the end of the tunnel, it might be a good idea to pray it is not the train.