by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
2 Timothy 3:12 – Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution. Persecution is an integral part of the life of a devout Christian. Paul considered it vital that young Timothy should be reminded of this. Otherwise, when he is...
by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
Galatians 5:22a – But the fruit of the Spirit is love, … It is significant that the apostle Paul distinguishes between the works of the flesh, and the fruit of the Spirit. Works are produced by human energy. Fruit is grown as a branch abides in the vine...
by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
Matthew 18:15 – Moreover if your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he hears you, you have gained your brother. We don’t always practice humility. There are times when, deliberately or unconsciously, we offend...
by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
Psalm 133:1 – Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! Unity among believers is a sight to behold. However, unity does not demand that we see eye to eye on everything. On the matters of fundamental importance we most...
by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
Isaiah 30:18 – Therefore the LORD will wait, that He may be gracious to you; And therefore He will be exalted, that He may have mercy on you. For the LORD is a God of justice; Blessed are all those who wait for Him. God’s justice demanded that the Assyrian...
