The Simple Truths of Spiritual Success – Romans 13:8-10
Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,” and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. –Parallel verses:John 13:12-17When…
Blessed to Love My Enemies – Romans 12:14, 17-21
Bless those who persecute you [who cause you harm or hardship]; bless and do not curse [them].Never repay anyone evil for evil. Take thought for what is right and gracious and proper in the sight of everyone. If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave the way open for God’s wrath [and His judicial righteousness]; for it is written [in Scripture], “Vengeance is Mine, I…
Getting Back to Our Roots, Staying Firm in Our Foundation – Ephesians 3:16-19
I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may…
Devotion, Honor, Love … We Are Called and Strengthened for These – Romans 12:10
Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. We have some pretty great examples around us of “devotion” that brings forth life. Take a baby: a man and a woman come together and the wife becomes pregnant. Sometimes, this first step can take lots of effort and be full of trials. Then, the woman cares for this new life in her womb and the man cares for the woman and her new and…