Learn, Apply, then Teach God’s Word …teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; Matthew 28:20a Jesus commissioned us to teach others what He has commanded us in the Great Commission (Matthew 28:20). However, Hebrews 5:12-13 says, “For though by this time you ought to be teachers, […]
The Difference Between Preaching and Teaching Him [Jesus] we preach, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus. Colossians 1:28 What is the difference between preaching and teaching? Several verses mention both, but do not quite tell the difference. 2 Timothy 1:11, […]
Magnify the Lord 1 Oh magnify the Lord with me… Psalm 34:3a We are to magnify the Lord. Psalm 69:30 says, “I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify Him with thanksgiving.” Acts 10:46a says, “For they heard them speak with tongues and magnify God.” […]
The Satisfied Christian Part 1 A satisfied soul loathes the honeycomb, but to a hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet. Proverbs 27:7 Our lives as Christians should not be dull, boring, or not fun. On the contrary, we should find satisfaction with the plan that God has for our lives. If […]
Follow God, Not Blessings 1 …through faith and patience inherit the promises [blessings]. Hebrews 6:12b Deuteronomy 28:2 says, “And all these blessings shall come upon you and overtake you, because you obey the voice of the Lord your God:” You do not obtain the blessings by chasing after them. You […]
Curtains [Sin] Block Light When one turns to the Lord [Word], the veil is taken away.” 2 Corinthians 3:16 Curtains or drapes have 2 main purposes. They provide a decorative purpose that appeals to the flesh, they look good. Curtains also provide a practical purpose of blocking sunlight from entering […]
Paths of Righteousness So you will walk in the way of good men [that is, those of personal integrity, moral courage and honorable character], And keep to the paths of the righteous(obedience). Proverbs 2:20 (Amplified) You are to walk in the ways of good men, not their paths. The Lord […]
Words Have Power Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. Proverbs 18:21 The power of life and death is in your tongue! Deuteronomy 30:15 says, “See, I have set before you today life and good, death and evil.” […]
Pastor Joe’s devotion below will be in the White House Connection newspaper on Tuesday. The Impact of A Merry Heart It’s God’s desire that today be the best day of your life and that tomorrow be even better. When a person is obedient to God’s Word, the results are like having heaven on earth. […]
Reminder that our free 2017 planning workshop starts tonight at 7PM at the White House Civic Center. Over the next 7 weeks we will help you set goals in 5 key areas; personal development, family, occupation, finances, and community. Proverbs 29:18 says where there is no vision the people perish. We hope to see you […]