Our Identity in God [ Bible Study]

Identity can be defined as a sense of self or a person’s unique characteristics that defines them. We can also say that identity is who a person is. There are many things that can influence our identity, for instance, our family, race /ethnicity, jobs, or interests. The problem with these is that they are often … Continue reading Our Identity in God [ Bible Study]

Like A Glove

Photo by Clay Banks Then the Spirit of the LORD came on Gideon, and he blew a trumpet, summoning the Abiezrites to follow him. Judges 6:34 One of my favorite stories in the Bible is the story of Gideon in Judges 6-8. It starts out with Israel being oppressed by the Midianites. They had done … Continue reading Like A Glove

His Divine Timing

Photo by Bruno Figueiredo He assumed his brothers would understand that God was using him to deliver them, but they did not. Acts 7:25 Talking about Moses, knowing that God had called him to deliver the Israelites from their slavery in Egypt. (Exodus 2:11-15)He attempts to go at it with his own strength and understanding. … Continue reading His Divine Timing

The Help of God

Photo by Billy Pasco And his fame spread far, for he was marvelously helped, till he was strong. 2 Chronicles 26:15b Speaking about King Uzziah. He began his reign in Judah when he was just sixteen years old. He had such great mentors that he was able to reign greatly even at his age. What … Continue reading The Help of God

Philippians 2:12-13 Study

[Working Out Our Salvation] Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure. Philippians 2:12-13 … Continue reading Philippians 2:12-13 Study

Forgetting What is Behind

Photo by Gayatri Malhotra Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do; forgetting what is behind and straining forward toward what is ahead. Philippians 3:13 As we begin a new year we can consider Paul’s exhortation as an encouragement to begin the … Continue reading Forgetting What is Behind

THE MERCY OF GOD [STUDY]

Mercy can be defined as the act of showing kindness to someone, or compassion given to someone who has erred. Mercy can also mean alleviating suffering and refraining from causing one harm when it's within one's power to do so. God is mercy. When we say God is mercy we don’t mean it’s what He … Continue reading THE MERCY OF GOD [STUDY]

Romans 8:5-8 Study

Flesh vs. Spirit The flesh can be said to be the part of man that is not renewed in God. It is the human soul (mind, will, and emotions) that is corrupted by sin. Whenever we see the flesh mentioned in scripture, it always alludes to sin and the sinful nature in man. When we … Continue reading Romans 8:5-8 Study

A setup for Transformation

Photo by Hakon Grimstad Then he said, “Your name shall no longer be called Jacob, but Israel, for you have striven with God and with men, and have prevailed.” Genesis 32:28 Jacob was a man who had lived true to his name. His name means ‘deceiver or supplanter’. From the minute he came out … Continue reading A setup for Transformation

The Mark of Excellence

Photo by Diego PH Then this Daniel became distinguished above all the other high officials and satraps because an excellent spirit was in him. Daniel 6:3 A little back story… Daniel is a captive in Babylon, he and other people from Judah had been carried off by King Nebuchadnezzar when he invaded Jerusalem. The king’s … Continue reading The Mark of Excellence