Your new faith did not erase your old nature. “Given to us are exceedingly great and precious promises, that you may be partakers of the divine nature.” 2 Peter 1:4 NIV. My thoughts and comments today are about, “new faith and a new nature.” Salvation resolves the problem of your […]
“Christ in you, the hope of Glory.” Colossians 1:27 NKJV. Spiritual nurture is essential for effective and enduring change. My thoughts and comments today are about “nature and nurture” This morning, comments from my friend, Shane, prompted some reflection on the origin of behavior and development of character. It seems […]
“God is able to make all grace abound toward you.” 2 Corinthians 9:8 NKJV. Providence is the expression of His nature resulting in the supply of your need. My thoughts and comments today are about “abiding and abounding.” In recent days, my heart’s desire for our family, and for you […]
“That you may be filled with all of the fullness of God.” Ephesians 3:19 NKJV A life void of internal strength succumbs to surrounding pressures. My thoughts and comments today are about “empty lives.” In High School, I learned a simple principle of physics; “Nature abhors a vacuum.” To demonstrate, […]
“The good man brings good things from the good stored up in his heart.” Luke 6:45 NIV “Goodness is important, because goodness matters to God.” My thoughts today are “for goodness sake.” My Mom seemed to say that a lot when I was growing up. “Allen, for goodness sake don’t […]