Most people view sin as a private or earthy matter. Yet, every sin is against the Lord. In truth, men can sin against the Father, the Son, and the Spirit.
Sin is not something man does by accident. It is something man does or allows based upon an unwillingness to stop an act before it becomes sin.
People in the world are generally quite self-centered. Even saved people are often lovers of their own selves instead of preferring one another.
In establishing His covenant with Israel, God promised them He would have respect unto them, make them fruitful, and multiply them.
One day, all who know the Lord as Saviour will cease from their labours. It will be a time of eternal rest experienced only by those who are born again.
All the heartaches and troubles of this life will instantly cease when the born-again believer awakes with the likeness of the righteous Son of God.
Most men place their greatest emphases upon the here and now. Paul knew that life truly began at the moment man leaves his body to be present with the Lord.
Although no person is excluded from troubles, saints have historically understood that God extends mercy as He divvies out life’s trials.
Few people grasp the purposes or the benefits of suffering affliction. Instead, most individuals place a great premium upon trying to avoid troubles of any kind.
There are times when we attempt to do the right thing only to have our motive judged as impure. In such times, we can learn much from David's example.
