Month: November 2023

Doubt

Doubt James 1: 6 But he must ask in faith without any doubting, for the one who doubts is like the surf of the sea, driven and tossed by the wind. 7 For that man ought not to expect that he will receive anything from the Lord, 8 being a double-minded man, unstable in all… Continue reading Doubt

Wisdom In Action

Wisdom In Action 5 But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. 6 But he must ask in faith without any doubting, for the one who doubts is like the surf of the sea, driven and… Continue reading Wisdom In Action

More on Wisdom

More on Wisdom James 1:5 But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. From the 1828 Webster’s dictionary: 1. The right use or exercise of knowledge; the choice of laudable ends, and of the best means… Continue reading More on Wisdom

Wisdom

Wisdom James 1:5 But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. Imagine you’re on the roof with a friend who is learning to walk in faith. He says “I’ve seen God take care of me through… Continue reading Wisdom

Trials

Trials James 1:2 Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. Consider Jesus’ teaching in John 16:16-33 which ends with “33 These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation,… Continue reading Trials

The Remnant

The Remnant James 1:1 “. . . . To the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad: Greetings.” (I might revise my views on the tribes later, as I learn more) Through many generations, we’ve seen Israel split into two kingdoms, we’ve seen idol worship, captivity and intermarriage. It’s miraculous that there’s even a hint of… Continue reading The Remnant

Making It Real

Making it real 1:1 James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, 1 Corinthians 6:20 For you have been bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body. Now, read 1 Cor 6 from the beginning. I’m learning that John 14:15 “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” is… Continue reading Making It Real

Privileged?

1:1 James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, Just in case there’s ever a question about ownership, you can find the receipt for our purchase in John 3:16. Well, at least being a servant of the Most High comes with privileges. Let’s see what Jesus has to say about it: Luke… Continue reading Privileged?

Next Brotherhood Breakfast

December 7th at Myrtle Wilks Center (Mountaintop Church) in CiscoServing begins at 06:30 (early birds welcome). We turn you loose by 07:30.