Man has nothing to do with it.
He saved us, not because of any works of righteousness that we had done, but because of His own pity and mercy, by [the] cleansing [bath] of the new birth
The road less Travelled
Then Jesus said to His disciples, If anyone desires to be My disciple, let him deny himself [disregard, lose sight of, and forget himself and his own interests] and take
God’s mouth piece
Therefore thus says the Lord [to Jeremiah]: If you return [and give up this mistaken tone of distrust and despair], then I will give you again a settled place of
Many are called few are chosen
For many are called (invited and summoned), but few are chosen. Matthew 22:14 (AMPC) There’s indeed a holy divine calling where God calls. There’s also a blessed divine choosing where
Ministry of Reconciliation
But all things are from God, Who through Jesus Christ reconciled us to Himself [received us into favor, brought us into harmony with Himself] and gave to us the ministry
Bring it to the altar
Just then an angel of GOD called to him out of Heaven, “Abraham! Abraham!” “Yes, I’m listening.” “Don’t lay a hand on that boy! Don’t touch him! Now I know
The Great Divide
Do not think that I have come to bring peace upon the earth; I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. For I have come to part asunder
Crucifying the flesh
And those who belong to Christ Jesus (the Messiah) have crucified the flesh (the godless human nature) with its passions and appetites and desires. Galatians 5:24(AMPC) The flesh referred to
Obedience is better than sacrifice
But Samuel replied, “What is more pleasing to the Lord: your burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to his voice? Listen! Obedience is better than sacrifice, and submission is
Overcoming Depression
Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad. Proverbs 12:25 (NKJV) One of the reasons why the Word of God is very effective