In Romans, chapter 11 verses 19 through 36, Paul specifically addresses the Gentiles in the church in Rome. He explains that because Israel largely rejected salvation through Jesus, the Gentiles now have the opportunity to be grafted into the body of Christ. The Gentiles are now able to be partakers in the family of God … Continue reading Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin

In Luke 9:18-21, we see an interaction between Jesus and the disciples. Rumors were flying among the crowds about who Jesus supposedly was - John the Baptist, Elijah or some other ancient prophet, risen from the dead. But Jesus asks His disciples, “But who do you say that I am?” When posed this question, Peter … Continue reading But Who Do You Say That I Am?

Colossians 2:6-7 "And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow him. Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness." Rooted: establish deeply … Continue reading Rooted in Jesus

Psalm 34:1-3 “I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul shall make its boast in the Lord; the humble shall hear of it and be glad. Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together.” Praise is how we worship God … Continue reading Praise God Today

Phillipians 4:8“Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.” It’s true, there is a lot of crud happening in the news … Continue reading Think on These Things