Paul tells us to imitate him imitating Christ. Today, we are the ones others should imitate. Are we being a good example/witness for the Lord?

Romans 6:23 tells us that we earn our way to everlasting punishment. However, eternal life if a gift. What is your decision?

As we think about freedom this 4th. of July, let us also look at the freedom from sin and doubt we enjoy in Christ.

What is man that God considers Him. That is what David asked in Psalm 8. The answer will give your life purpose and meaning.

Cynicism makes our lives less enjoyable. We can focus on the worldy like Solomon and write our own Ecclesiastes, or we can focus on Christ and write our own happy ending.

The story of the prodigal son is the story of our rebellion and how God (the father in the story)receives us when we return to him.

What is your soul worth? Are you looking for riches here? In Matthew 16:26 Jesus asks us that question.

God gives us an illustration of how he can make us better. However, like clay we need to be pliable in order for it to happen. From Jer. 18:1-6.

Christians celebrate a memorial day every Sunday. Titus 3:3-7 tells us why.

Jesus said that there is only one gate to enter the kingdom. He also said that it was narrow and few would find it. Statements like this make me sit up and pay attention. From Luke 13:22ff.

Sometimes the values of a good mother are more evident as time goes on. From Romans 16.

Jesus tells us that there are four responses to the gospel. Where do you fit in? From Mark 4:1ff

The KJV says that we are a peculiar people. The Greek word means set aside or set apart. However, we are a peculiar people to the worldly and that is not a bad thing. Titus 2:11-14

Some ask why we can't worship God any way we want to woship Him. One story that illustrates that is the one about the sacrifices of Cain and Abel. One was acceptable and one was not. One was a sacrifice and one was just an offering. On the road of life, "I Did It My Way" should not be our mantra, but it should be I Did It God's Way. From Genesis Chapter 4.

Part 2 of the last lesson in the series "Victory In Jesus." Fear keeps us from experiencing full faith in Christ and fear of what accepting Christ will do to us personally is the greatest fear of all.

1 John 5:4. Faith is our victory. This two part lesson looks at the two stumbling blocks that prevent us from having full faith in Jesus. This lesson looks at doubt and how it robs us of true joy in Christ.

Faith is our only defense against Satan, trials and tribulations. We will not be successful in our walk if we do not build up a strong shield against our enemy. Doubt weakens that shield and we must rid it from our thoughts. Ephesians 6:16.

Victory In Jesus Series:
Last week we left Peter drowning in a sea of doubt. This week we see Peter experiencing victory in Jesus because of his faith. His faith in the resurrection that emboldened the disciples to preach the first sermon in Acts 2:14ff

This week we explore Peter's faith and doubt in the story of walking on water. As long as Peter keep his sight on Jesus he was fine. However, when he started to look at his situation he began to sink. Peter's faith won out over his doubts. In our own life, who is winning?

Second in the Victory in Jesus series. Faith is the victory for Joshua and the Israelites against Jericho. Joshua 6:1ff

First in the series "Victory in Jesus":

God's commands may seem out of the ordinary for some, but follow them we must. 1 Jn 5:4 says we are victorious because of our faith and faith leads us to trust and follow God even when the world is heading the other direction.

Solomon is remembered mostly for his great wisdom. However, his life went downhill because of his turning away from God. From 1 Kings 11.

Introduction to my upcoming book by the same title. "My people perish for lack of understanding." That can apply to us today. We are bombarded by so much false information that our faith is eroded and many don't believe. We face assault from science, evolution, atheism, popular psychology, permissive attitudes and feel good churches that don't train and uplift people to be strong and knowledgeable in their faith and the sharing thereof. Visit http://kennethmorvant.blogspot.com for more.

Isaiah 30:1-7 teaches us that the world is not a place to return to once we have accepted Christ. The Israelites desired to return to the slavery of Egypt rather than face the unknown with God on their side and at other times thought Egypt would assist them. People today return to the world for the supposed security it offers to us. It is slavery with a ball and chain. The world is too big of a ball to be chained to today.

Empty hands and fat wallets may not be the best way to go. From Matt. 19:16ff

Jesus had many moments in time that caused those around him to take notice.

Are there any absolute truths today? From John 8:31-32

Are you perfect yet? From Matt. 5:44-48.

Heaven is so wonderful, you wonder why anyone would not want to go there. Revelation 21:1ff

When making your New Year's resolutions, don't forget about God. From James 4:13-17

We can learn a lot from the Gospels about Jesus' coming into this world. We learn of his fulfillment of scriptures, his power and His activities from before the creation of the world.

Lot while righteous, did not worship God like his uncle Abraham did. He chose the fertile plains by Sodom and Gomorrah. He prospered and became a magistrate, but that was all taken away when God destroyed the cities. What did he gain? Nothing. Abraham let Lot chose the direction he would go knowing God would take care of him no matter what would happen. Abraham had faith and worshiped God. What did he gain? Everything. Sin affects us and living around sin wears on our faith. Chose your path wisely so that God can be a part of us and our life.

2 Peter 1:20ff tells us that we can't twist the scriptures to our desires, but that we must "study to show ourselves approved" what was written.

In John 21:1-17 We see someone not unlike ourselves. He had given up and went back to doing what he used to do in life. That man was Peter and Jesus, in verses 15-17 makes Peter confront his apathy. The result was the first sermon in Acts chapter two that Peter preached to the multitude. It is said that the only difference between a rut and a grave is the depth. However, you can pull yourself up out of the rut and that is what Peter did and made a difference in the world.

From Ezek 11:1-19. Israel was in captivity because their hearts were like stone. Many today are affected by a "heart of stone" that prevents them from fully experiencing God and Jesus in their lives

In Psalm 103, David shows us many things we can be thankful for as we enjoy Thanksgiving Day.

1 Kings 18. For true repentance the Israelites had to give up their most precious commodity after three and a half years of no rain.

Caleb followed God without reservation, completely and for all of his days. His reward was being able to pick the part of kingdom he wanted while those who feared the inhabitants of the land were given their land through the casting of lots. Obedience, faith and steadfastness until the end are rewarded by God.

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What is "true" repentance? Is it being caught in the act or a change of mind? What stops some from really repenting?

The Book of Jude is a warning against those who would use the Gospel for their own gain and lead others astray.

Hosea 4:6 "My people perish because of a lack of understanding."
Ignorance is not bliss and the uninformed will act as they always have in history.

The Good, the bad and the ambiguous are played out in Daniel Chapter 6

Paul's problems inspire us to have the proper attitude about our lives and some of the lies we tell ourselves about how life should be in Christ.

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James and Paul seem to be in a war against faith verses works. However, nothing could be farther from the truth if one carefully examines the book of James.

Habakkuk wonders what's going on, because evil abounds in the world and God seems to do nothing about it. Atheists and Christians alike wonder why bad things happen to good people. The atheist sees evil and concludes there is no God. Christians see evil and have faith that God is in control and will work things out in the end. Habakkuk 2:4 states that the righteous will live by faith.

1 Cor. 9:8 teaches us that God is the "I am". He is everything to us.

Many say, "God does not mind what we do." See what He does when even his chosen people felt that way. From Is. 1:1ff

Spirutality vs Religion. Worship in private or worship in church. Before you decide for yourself why not find out what scripture says. From Hebrews 10:24-26.

How we should deal with the burdens we must bear in life and how we can help others when they experience them. From Gal. 6

From Psalm 17. David prays for restraint in dealing with Saul. He wanted to remain faithful to God and not retaliate, but let God deliver him from his enemies. Do we pray for God's will to be done, or give him a "wish list" of what we want to have happen?

Second Part on the Lord's Prayer. The dangers of getting more than our daily bread.

Learning how and what we should pray for from The Lord's Prayer.

From Is. Chapter 40. God comforts his people and delivers them from their trials

Dealing with our enemies. From Psalm 59. How David put his trust in God for deliverance.

What is real freedom and what does it cost? John 8

The fruits of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit are not compatible. From Gal. 5:16-26

Matthew 1:18ff shows what a father should be through the story of Joseph, Jesus' adopted father.

Some say we are hard-wired to be good or bad. Paul said we should exercise self-control over our sins. From 1 Cor. 9:27

Jesus warns that we must guard our hearts. From Luke 21

A contrast of the Earthly Tabernacle and the Heavenly Tabernacle with Christ as the High Priest who sacrificed once for all.

1 Kings 3:16-28 is usually used to illustrate the wisdom of Solomon, but it also shows the love of a mother.

Second in the Book of Hebrews series. Chapter 11:1-4 introduces us to faith and its possibilities.

What is your picture of Christ? A resume' gives us a good picture of a candidate for a position. Hebrews 1:1-14 is like a resume' of Jesus giving His experience, qualifications and future plans.

Barak, military leader of Israel would rather have God's approval that credit for a battle victory. Are we willing to give God credit for our efforts? From Judges 4.

Shortly after the resurrection, Thomas has doubts, but he makes one of the most significant statements in the Bible.

No Zombies here! Just people living in Christ!

People are searching for spirituality today. Paul met some people in Acts 17 who were doing the same.

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