Because you say, “I am rich, and have become wealthy, and have need of nothing,” and you do not know that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked, 18 I advise you to buy from Me gold refined by fire so that you may become rich, and white garments so that you may clothe yourself, ... [Continue Reading]
To be Considered “Worthy of the Kingdom of God”
Therefore, we ourselves speak proudly of you among the churches of God for your perseverance and faith in the midst of all your persecutions and afflictions which you endure. This is a plain indication of God’s righteous judgment so that you will be considered worthy of the kingdom of God, for which ... [Continue Reading]
Strength in the Midst of Weakness
If I have to boast, I will boast of what pertains to my weakness. (2 Cor.11:30) This world teaches us that it is the strong, the beautiful, the powerful, the wealthy, and the influential that rule. They are the ones who receive the honor, the respect and the rewards of this world. Most of us grow ... [Continue Reading]
The Love of God and His Fatherly Discipline
Behold, the days are coming,” declares the Lord, “that I will punish all who are circumcised and yet uncircumcised. (Jeremiah 9:25) By being circumcised, men declared that they belong to Yahweh. They were people chosen by God for Himself, that they may bring praise, renown, honor, ... [Continue Reading]
Why Does a Loving God Send His People to Exile?
You too have done evil, even more than your forefathers; for behold, you are each one walking according to the stubbornness of his own evil heart, without listening to Me. So I will hurl you out of this land into the land which you have not known, neither you nor your fathers; and there you will ... [Continue Reading]
The Sanctifying Discipline of the Lord
Stripes that wound scour away evil, and strokes reach the innermost parts. (Proverbs 20:30) We all wonder what the purpose of evil might be, especially when it afflicts us. Why would a loving and powerful God allow evil to continue on earth? Why is there so much suffering for those who love God and ... [Continue Reading]
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