1 Timothy 3: 7 And he must have a good reputation with those outside the church, so that he may not fall into reproach and the snare of the devil. Paul, in writing to Timothy, gave direction regarding the qualifications for church leaders. This verse points out one of the requirements, i.e. that he must […]
John 12:32 KJV And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me. Jesus was talking about his death and resurrection. His being lifted up on the cross like the serpent being put on the pole in the desert is a sign of […]
2 Corinthians 8: 18 So we’re sending with him the brother who is greatly honored and respected in all the churches for his work of evangelism. Most of us have been taught at least something about evangelism but there is probably more confusion out there than clarity. Evangelism is definitionally associated with the public preaching […]
1 Corinthians 13: 1 – 3 If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but do not have love, I have become a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; and if I have all faith, so as to […]
Psalm 40: 3 Passion Translation A new song for a new day rises up in me every time I think about how he breaks through for me! Ecstatic praise pours out of my mouth until everyone hears how God has set me free. Many will see his miracles; they’ll stand in awe of God […]
Psalm 39: 1 – 2 NIV I said, “I will watch my ways and keep my tongue from sin; I will put a muzzle on my mouth while in the presence of the wicked.” So I remained utterly silent, not even saying anything good. If you want to keep yourself […]
