Monthly Archives: December 2013
I Corinthians 2:1-9
I Corinthians 2:1-9 2 When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters, I didn’t use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God’s secret plan. 2 For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus … Continue reading
The Hidden Gift of Giving
The Hidden Gift of Giving When I was a kid and first heard Jesus’ statement that “it is more blessed to give than to receive,” I thought, “that doesn’t make sense for me. I’d much rather receive than give.” Over … Continue reading
I Corinthians 1:18-31
I Corinthians 1:18-31 18 The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the very power of God. 19 As the Scriptures say, “I will destroy the wisdom of … Continue reading
I Corinthians 1:1-17
I Corinthians 1:1-17 1 This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus, and from our brother Sosthenes. 2 I am writing to God’s church in Corinth, to you who have been called by … Continue reading
Romans 16
Romans 16:17-27 17 And now I make one more appeal, my dear brothers and sisters. Watch out for people who cause divisions and upset people’s faith by teaching things contrary to what you have been taught. Stay away from them. 18 Such people … Continue reading
Where Did My Creativity Go?
Where did My Creativity Go? It was funny. We both laughed as we walked to our cars. Because I was using a cane to walk, the lady had graciously held the door at the bank open for me. Usually, it’s … Continue reading
Romans 15:23-33
Romans 15:23-33 23 But now I have finished my work in these regions, and after all these long years of waiting, I am eager to visit you. 24 I am planning to go to Spain, and when I do, I will stop off … Continue reading
Romans 15:14-22
Romans 15:14-22 14 I am fully convinced, my dear brothers and sisters, that you are full of goodness. You know these things so well you can teach each other all about them.15 Even so, I have been bold enough to write about some … Continue reading