Stand the Test
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love
A picture of a Prosperous Life
When down-and-outers get a break, cheer! And when the arrogant rich are brought down to size, cheer! Prosperity is as short-lived as a wildflower, so don’t ever count on it.
Be Single Minded
But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That person
Ask for Wisdom
If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. James 1:5 (NLT) The context of this verse
What does pressure bring out of you?
Consider it a sheer gift, friends, when tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know that under pressure, your faith-life is forced into the open and shows
Purpose of Trials
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its
Complete the ministry you have received
Tell Archippus: “See to it that you complete the ministry you have received in the Lord.” Colossians 4:17 (NKJV) We are first the Lord’s ministry. He ministers to us things
Walk in Wisdom
Walk in wisdom toward those [who are] outside, redeeming the time. Colossians 4:5 (NKJV) Here walking in wisdom is associated with redeeming time.The saying ‘time is money’ has a point
There is no Partiality with God
For he who deals wrongfully will [reap the fruit of his folly and] be punished for his wrongdoing. And [with God] there is no partiality [no matter what a person’s
Peace as an Umpire
And let the peace (soul harmony which comes) from Christ rule (act as umpire continually) in your hearts [deciding and settling with finality all questions that arise in your minds,