If my mind is full of these Godly thoughts–true, honorable, right, pure, lovely and admirable thoughts–will my life reflect them? As I heard from Marty Schmidt Sunday morning, it was Paul (also an imperfect human) who said, “Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me… Read More
Philippians 4:8 Harmless entertainment–is it really harmless?
While I ate my lunch today I watched a television drama about murder and evil supernatural beings that are all around us. But there were two human protagonists who always conquered. Humans could overcome evil. There is not truth in that–a human heart which contains sin defeating evil–unless that human is not relying on him-… Read More
Philippians 4:8 What fills your mind?
“How can I control what thoughts fill my mind? I can’t spend my whole day meditating, and other thoughts creep in.” Of course, they do, but how much space and importance do we give them? At the end of the day do I list all the things that went wrong? Are my prayers a listing… Read More
Philippians 2:19-23 Genuine, devoted friend
Do you have a Timothy in your life? Someone who you can depend on. Someone who shares your passion for God and others. Someone who loves you and others. I pray that you find your Timothy. Philippians 2:19-23 (New Living Translation) If the Lord Jesus is willing, I hope to send Timothy to… Read More
Philippians 2:14-16 Called to be children of Light
We work toward purity, something we will never attain on this earth. Yet we are called to be Children of Light–our sins are paid for and forgiven. How can this be? Instructions: confess, be forgiven, ask for the Holy Spirit’s light to shine. Repeat as needed. Philippians 2:14-16 (New Living Translation) Do… Read More
