God’s will is for you to be holy, so stay away from all sexual sin. 1 Thessalonians 4:3 As we consider how to help our children understand the significance of choosing the right person to spend the rest of their lives with, we must teach them the importance of living a pure life. Indeed...
Continue ReadingNever let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart. Then you will find favor with both God and people, and you will earn a good reputation. Proverbs 3:3-4 Yesterday in our Bible study together, we talked about the importance of...
Continue ReadingDon’t team up with those who are unbelievers. How can righteousness be a partner with wickedness? How can light live with darkness? 2 Corinthians 6:14 I am not much of a list maker, but I am learning the importance of understanding what I need and what I am looking for. It gives me...
Continue ReadingHe knew their thoughts, so he said, “Any kingdom divided by civil war is doomed. A family splintered by feuding will fall apart.” Luke 11:17 I am no professional planner, but I understand the importance of knowing what you want and having a picture of what you would like your end...
Continue ReadingAll of you together are Christ’s body, and each of you is a part of it. 1 Corinthians 12:27 For about a year, I was an English major in college. I wrote many, many papers during that time. One thing that I remember clearly is having a purpose statement with each paper I wrote. I learned...
Continue ReadingThe man answered, “‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your strength, and all your mind;’ and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” “Right!” Jesus told him. “Do this and you will live!” Luke...
Continue ReadingOwe nothing to anyone—except for your obligation to love one another. If you love your neighbor, you will fulfill the requirements of God’s law. Romans 13:8 What will be the character of our lives? This is the question that we have been asking all week. In our Bible study...
Continue ReadingAnd it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to Him must believe that God exists and that He rewards those who sincerely seek Him. Hebrews 11:6 One of the most helpful things I learned about faith is that faith is active. It is not just a noun that is a thing that...
Continue ReadingCome close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world. James 4:8 Nothing discredits a person more than finding out that their lives do not match what they claim to believe and how they...
Continue ReadingImitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Ephesians 5:1 There is a reason why the word “Christian” begins with the very name of Christ. You see, the name Christian was given to followers of Christ because they acted like Him. They reminded...
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