Pleasing God, Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

Ephesians

The Days Are Evil

EPHESIANS 5:13-16 – “But when anything is exposed by the light, it becomes visible, for anything that becomes visible is light. Therefore it says, “Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.”…

The “Clock” Of Our Lives

EPHESIANS 5:15-16 – Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. THEME OF THE DAY. THE “CLOCK” OF OUR LIVES.  I remember an old clock that sat on the mantle of the fireplace in my home.  If one were near, you could watch the hands methodically…

Making Wise Decisions

EPHESIANS 5:15-16 – Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. THEME OF THE DAY. MAKING WISE DECISIONS.  Today’s scripture doesn’t mention the word “decision” but it is implied with loud voices all over it.  Let me explain.  When making decisions, what are the two categories? …

Never Justifiable

PROVERBS 25:28 – A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls. THEME OF THE DAY. NEVER JUSTIFIABLE.  Christians are never without excuse if we lack self-controlled lives, in all areas of our lives, but especially in our speech.  Yes, I know that is tall order, but it is one we may obey because Christ in us…

A Wonderful and Needed Prayer

ROMANS 15:13 – May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” How do we pray? Go through our praying. What do our prayers consist of?  Are we just filling the air with words?  Do our hearts match our tongues?  Are most prayers…