“But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men's matters. (16) Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf.” (1 Peter … [Read more...]
Bearing Reproach for the Name of Christ
“If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified.” (1 Peter 4:14) In this world, people can be mean and say mean … [Read more...]
Rejoicing in the Fire
“But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.” (1 Peter 4:13) In our last devotion, we gave close attention to the Apostle Peter and his Counsel … [Read more...]
Through the Fire
“Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you:” (1 Peter 4:12) It is inevitable that the Child of God will face fiery trials in this life. After a careful study of the … [Read more...]
The Coronation in the Court
Genesis 41:37-46 “Thou shalt be over my house, and according unto thy word shall all my people be ruled…” (Genesis 41:40) Joseph interpreted the dreams of Pharaoh to be seven years of plenty and seven years of famine. Then Joseph instructed Pharaoh … [Read more...]
The Conversation in the Crisis
Genesis 41:9-13 “…I do remember my faults this day.” (Genesis 41:9) How important are our words? Read Matthew 12:36-37, especially Matthew 12:37, “For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.” James tells us … [Read more...]
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