Monthly Archives: December 2011

“…Worship only God!”  (Revelation 20:15b NLT) I asked for something simple and straight forward.  I needed words that were clear and concise.  In all reality, I wanted Him to fill my head and heart with a thought that was simple … Continue reading →

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,  Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law”  (Galatians 5:22-23). As I read various online commentaries concerning these verses, one entry at www.bethanybible.org captured my attention. … Continue reading →

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God” (Matthew 5:9). Peacemakers are those who endeavor to promote peace. When it comes to peace, we can either be part of the problem or part of the … Continue reading →

“Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth” (Matthew 5:5). I once heard someone call the beatitudes the “be happy attitudes.”  We may think we have little in this life to be happy about.  The world may think … Continue reading →

“But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace” (Psalm 37:11). Those who humble themselves before the Lord are promised blessings and peace for showing these traits.  Take consolation in the fact that … Continue reading →

“The meek also shall increase their joy in the Lord, and the poor among men shall rejoice in the Holy One of Israel” (Isaiah 29:19). This third week of our December study offers another aspect of joy.  Joy comes as … Continue reading →

“All glory to him, who alone is God our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Yes, glory, majesty, power and authority belong to him, in the beginning, now and forevermore.  Amen”  (Jude verse 25 NLT). Just a few reminders as … Continue reading →