The recipient in the Book of Revelation picked up this message and passed it onto the inhabitants of the world: “Here is a call for the endurance of the saints, those who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. And I heard a voice from heaven saying, ‘Write this: Blessed are the … Continue reading Walking in the Shoes of Grace # 38
Chosen in Christ Before the World Began #37
The “Election” is God’s greatest “Promise of Grace” bestowed on man in Christ Jesus. God, in His infinite wisdom and foreknowledge of man’s fall before the world was created, designed “Predestination” as a way of salvation through the Promises and the Conditions man can follow. Long before the incarnation of Christ, and His death on … Continue reading Chosen in Christ Before the World Began #37
Who causes Deception and Temptations? # 36
During my ninety plus years, everything I did has my mark on it and no one else’s. There were many times when I had to put the brakes on my desire. James, the half-brother of Jesus, has been a profound guide in maintaining my "Journey of Grace." “Blessed is the man who endures trial, for … Continue reading Who causes Deception and Temptations? # 36
How to Face Deception and Temptation # 35
Let us spend a little time on Jesus’ temptation in the desert. It has always been a puzzle, why Jesus had to be tempted before He began His Ministry? According to one Christian writer, Jesus was tempted like any other man so that He could help his followers (Hebrews 2:18). If that is the case, … Continue reading How to Face Deception and Temptation # 35
Why does God not stop evil #34
It is true, that in God we live, move, and have our being (KJV)! However; God decided to make an independent self-sustaining human being, in whose life, on earth, God will not interfere. Thus, on my long journey of grace, I too was left on my own to face good and evil in this world. … Continue reading Why does God not stop evil #34
What is a Christian doing in this world #33
The Holy Spirit had come to keep the Apostles and their followers in the world and not take them out of the world (John 17:15-19). They were to be “Kingdom Builders” and not space travelers. However, their memories of what Jesus had said that they were to do, were suppressed by their endeavor to depart … Continue reading What is a Christian doing in this world #33
Apostles’ Manual, Part III #32
Jesus concluded His instructions to his Apostles with commands that would keep the Apostles in His kingdom. Their position in the Kingdom was not yet secure. Their righteousness had not measured up. It was still very much like the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees (Matthew 5:20). In that sense, we too suffer from the … Continue reading Apostles’ Manual, Part III #32
Apostles’ Manualt Part Two #31
The Apostles' Manual: Part Two # 31 The Kingdom of God is too demanding, how then shall its servants live? Jesus promised that His Father would provide. The ministers and the full-time workers in the Kingdom of God had no time to build nest eggs, or horde earthly treasures, which would fill their eyes, and … Continue reading Apostles’ Manualt Part Two #31
The Apostles’ Manual # 30
The Sermon on the Mount, Jesus delivered verbally in person to his disciples, whom He appointed as Apostles to spread the “Good News of the Kingdom of God.” According to John Mark, Jesus went up into the hills to pray, where He called his disciples to be with Him, and then He appointed them as … Continue reading The Apostles’ Manual # 30
How Did I Keep Believing #29
In reviewing my life, prayer and faith illuminated my journey. There were many times when my faith was smaller than a mustard seed, and the hurdles insurmountable, but He who promised to be with me, strengthened my little faith, which kept me moving past the unexpected gigantic problems (Philippians 4:13). At least that was what … Continue reading How Did I Keep Believing #29
