“For if I preach the gospel, I have nothing to boast of, for necessity is laid upon me; yes, woe is me if I do not preach the gospel!” 1 Corinthians 9:16 When Saul of Tarsus was called by God, being converted on the road to Damascus, it was in view of him becoming an…
“Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, to God who alone is wise, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.” 1 Timothy 1:17 In the book of Proverbs in the Bible, Solomon wrote down many wise, and profound truths. One of those truths has to do with a “vision,” or revelation, that work of…
“To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” Colossians 1:27 It was David, who approximately three thousand years ago, penned these words: “O Lord, You are the portion of my inheritance, and my cup;…
“Then God blessed the seventh day and sanctified it, because in it He rested from all His work which God had created and made.” Genesis 2:3 When we consider God’s order of things, whether it be from the creation to the order that is to be seen and known in Christ’s body, the church, we…
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” Philippians4:6 True prayer and real peace are the provisions and gifts of God, to meet the very present needs of believers in Christ, but also, those needs of those who are around them. In…
“You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain, for the Lord will not hold him guiltless who takes His name in vain.” Exodus 20:7 In the book of Revelation, there comes a moment in the midst of judgment upon the earth, when we see an angel flying in the midst…
“For indeed, as soon as the voice of your greeting sounded in my ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy.” Luke 1:44 The gospel of Christ is one of joy, a joy of the Eternal Father, communicated by the Eternal Spirit, and filling the Eternal Son. It is a joy that God desires…
“…For You were slain, and have redeemed us to God by Your blood out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation, and have made us kings and priests unto our God…” Revelation 5:9,11 The calling of God is not just for the time in which we live, but carries with it eternal ramifications,…
“Look to Abraham your father, and to Sarah who bore you; for I called him alone, and blessed him, and increased him.” Isaiah 51:2 It is one thing to come to a knowledge of the calling of God, being brought to Christ saving and sanctifying the soul, resulting in true fellowship and communion with God.…
“Know that the Lord, He is God; it is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture.” Psalm 100:3 When the Lord Jesus entered heaven, after dying on the cross, and being raised from the dead, He “entered the Most Holy Place once for…