“Giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel.” (1 Pet. 3:7) In the world, men use their strength to their own advantage and to the disadvantage of the weak. In the Christian faith, however, the strong employ their strength to edify the weak. Paul wrote in Romans 15:1 that the stronger should bear...
“When God is about to do a great work, he pours out a spirit of supplication.” —Jonathan Edwards “I do not believe in any conception of sovereignty that nullifies man’s responsibility.” —Duncan Campbell “It is either Holy Ghost revival or apostasy.” —Jonathan Goforth Is there a human component that precedes an outpouring? What part do people...
Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. — Proverbs 4:23 Many verses in Scripture are helpful and instructive for mothers who desire to create a happy and pleasant atmosphere in their homes. Certainly Galatians 5:22–23, listing the fruit of the Spirit, is a passage that indicates the...
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold all things have become new” (2 Corinthians 5:17). Let’s face it—if we are honest, we all have issues. We may boastfully say, “I’m not an alcoholic,” “I don’t do drugs,” “I’ve never had an affair, so I am...
Once you have forgiven others their wrongs, you are ready to move on to the second half of forgiveness. After you have granted forgiveness to those who have wronged you, you must seek forgiveness from those you have wronged. Believers should seek forgiveness for their wrongs from both God and man. While the previous section...
Walk circumspectly, . . . redeeming the time. Ephesians 5:15–16 The latter part of Ephesians 5 deals with the duties of wives and husbands, while the early verses in Ephesians 6 address children and their relationships with their parents. The practicalities listed in these verses are essential ingredients for a truly happy home. Let’s use...