The world is success oriented; the Kingdom defines success differently on some days. Success can be to remain standing in difficult circumstances, even if they are not resolved. Other people’s obedience may be a factor in us achieving a purpose. Some situations are mainly about learning patience, being steadfast, and developing trust in the goodness… Continue reading God does not measure success by results, but by the faithfulness that we display
Category: Faithfulness
I’m following on a white horse
The nineteenth chapter of Revelation speaks about the great fight between the armies of heaven and of earth, which culminates in the defeat of all of Satan’s hosts. Preceding this battle, a total dedication takes place among God’s people, followed by the marriage supper of the Lamb: “Let us rejoice and be glad and give… Continue reading I’m following on a white horse
The responsibilities of Authority!
The last chapters of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians show us our need for understanding the true meaning of authority. In our New Testament churches today we will see the launching of this true exercise of authority. In the relationship of the submissive to those who have been commissioned to a function of divine… Continue reading The responsibilities of Authority!
Extending ourselves
You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, these entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also. Suffer hardship with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No soldier… Continue reading Extending ourselves
Faithfully and exclusively His
“Who then is the faithful and sensible slave whom his master put in charge of his household to give them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that slave whom his master finds so doing when he comes. Truly I say to you, that he will put him in charge of all his possessions.”… Continue reading Faithfully and exclusively His
Faithful and true
It was a time of great persecution. The writer of the book of Revelation was banished. The Roman tribunal said he was to be banished to Patmos. He was sent to a desolate, abandoned island where survival was most difficult. The days came and went. Rains fell upon the island and there was no protection.… Continue reading Faithful and true
Let us be faithful
The Corinthian church is an outstanding example in the New Testament of deep spiritual charismatic gifts and ministries coexisting with all of the problems that come in a church on all levels. They had a lot of problems, and Paul was very quick to instruct them, to rebuke them, and to commend them. When you… Continue reading Let us be faithful
Without distractions
The first chapter of Ezekiel is a very unusual portion of Scripture; and you have to think, because there are wings, four heads, wheels, and many other things to consider; but you will be surprised at the simplicity of this message. Ezekiel 1:1–21. Now it came about in the thirtieth year, on the fifth day… Continue reading Without distractions