(Mark 5:25-34) “And a certain woman, which had an issue of blood twelve years, (26) And had suffered many things of many physicians, and had spent all that she had, and was nothing bettered, but rather grew worse, (27) When she had heard of … [Read more...]
What is our purpose as Christians? What is God’s purpose for His Children? This category contains devotions which look at the development of Christians as they strive to become more “Christ-like” – more like our role Model, Christ Himself.
Paul’s Desire
(Phil. 3:7-12) “But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. (8) Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and … [Read more...]
The Merciful (Continued)
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.” (Matthew 5:7) What is the opposite of merciful? And to whom should we show mercy? (This post continues the theme from the previous one – speaking of those in Matthew 5:7: “The Merciful.” … [Read more...]
The Merciful
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.” (Matthew 5:7) What do you think mercy is? What are some ways we can show mercy to others? When someone says something to you like, “Well, I’ll give you mercy” – they are generally saying … [Read more...]
They which Hunger and Thirst after Righteousness
“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness; for they shall be filled.” (Matthew 5:6) Look at Isaiah 26:7-11. Notice some of the words and phrases here that indicate intense desire for God and His righteousness: waited for thee, … [Read more...]
The Meek
“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” (Matthew 5:5) In this post, we will discuss what Jesus meant when He said, “Blessed are the meek.” What is meekness? Can one be both meek and bold? What is the opposite of meek? Why should … [Read more...]
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