“Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of first fruits of His creatures” (James 1:18).  It was not as the result of skills or ingenuity that we were presented on the scene possessing the qualities the world is in desperate need of. In due time, God presents to…

“But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you” (1Peter 5:10).  The progression that takes place in the life of a Christ-follower begins with the call. He calls us to Himself. Then we can be conformed to the image of…

“Let’s decide which of us is in the right. God may avenge me, but it is in his hands, not mine” (1Samuel 24:12 MSG).  We are in a battle for the souls of men. The opposition has the popular vote and has gained momentum over the years. It often appears as if we are on the losing side while vices…