Standing for Truth and Defending Your Freedom
Standing for Truth and Defending Your Freedom
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August 11 In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will. — Ephesians 1:11

On Receiving An Inheritance

Has someone ever included you in his or her will? If so, you might have a small inkling of what it means to be included in the will and testament of God. When God’s will and testament are read, we shall receive glorious things beyond even our wildest imagination! No one in the world could possibly have the slightest conception of the full wonders that God has provided for those who love Him. As Christ’s heirs we receive... More
August 10 To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. — Colossians 1:27

Christ In You

Do you ever get involved in a good mystery story, intrigued by the twists and turns, trying to figure it out until, in the final scene, you discover whodunit? God’s Word contains many mysteries, and God’s mysteries are greater than any other mysteries in the world. No one, not even the most clever detective, can solve them. We can only discover the truth when God, the great revealer, chooses to make it known. God has revealed... More
August 9 ‘Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength…’ — Jeremiah 17:5

Humanism

Humanism—faith in humankind—seems to creep further and further into our society. How does this perspective affect our culture? To understand the impact humanism has on our society, we must first understand humanistic theory. Let’s look at the four principles upon which it is based. First, humanism touts the doctrine of atheism . Whereas our catechism says that humankind’s chief end is to glorify God and enjoy Him... More
August 8 ‘But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness…’ — Matthew 6:33

Seeking Success

Would you call yourself a successful person? What measure do you use to determine your answer to that question? Many people define success as being happy. But if that’s our definition, few who seek success find it. Happiness is a byproduct of seeking something outside ourselves, something we cannot control. So if we bank our success on it, we’ll often experience frustration. But ultimately, it’s a lie that happiness is the... More
August 7 By pride comes only contention, but with the well-advised is wisdom. — Proverbs 13:10

Humility

When you think of humble people, what images come to your mind? What characteristics and attitudes contribute to humility? We often hold misconceptions about humility. Some people believe they can gain humility only when they deny the talents they possess. But that’s not humility; it’s foolishness. When we deny our abilities, we deny the goodness and grace of God, the giver of every good and perfect gift. Rather, humility... More
August 6 ‘But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant.’ — Matthew 23:11

Greatness

Do you want to be great? The pursuit of greatness has been an almost universal quest on the part of humankind. For five thousand years, people have toiled up the path toward greatness as they see it—to the way that leads to fame and fortune, to power and privilege and ease. But Jesus stands beside that path with outstretched arms saying, “You seek greatness, but you’re not even on the right path. The pinnacles of... More
August 5 Therefore we must give the more earnest heed to the things we have heard, lest we drift away. — Hebrews 2:1

Drifting!

Have you ever rowed a raft on a river? If you have, then you probably know that when you row upstream, away from the falls, you have to keep going. If you stop rowing, you’ll inevitably drift backward, silently, imperceptibly toward the falls, toward danger. But as this happens, you may not realize that you’re drifting away. The Christian life is like paddling against a rapidly flowing river. It takes a definite decision of our... More