Maturing as Believers 

Biblically, true Christlike love is tested by how you treat your enemies, betrayers, and those who hurt you. Even though Jesus knew Judas Iscariot was going to betray Him, He still washed his feet at the Last Supper (John 13:1-17). Jesus demonstrated that love and service should not be withheld even from one’s greatest adversary. Jesus taught to "Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecut

As believers in Christ, it’s easy to get bogged down in all the turmoil, injustice, and evil that surrounds us. But how are we to respond? And how can the biblical response keep us from being troubled? There’s the political realm, social unrest, injustice, the craziness that’s on social media that seems to stir that pot and make it even worse in some cases. And, if that’s not enough, we’re encountering more and more sin and evil. We’re living in a time where wicked or decepti

In continuing to unpack what He means by the “abundant life,” Jesus says, “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of My hand” (John 10:28). As Jesus says here, abundant life is that which is eternal, life without perishing, life that is protected by the hands of our Savior Himself. According to Jesus, the abundant life assures believers of absolute security in their salvation, emphasizing that God's protective grip is unbreakable

For many, the “abundant life” is the belief that Jesus’ promise in John 10:10 guarantees believers a life of escaping the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle (prosperity), perfect health, and total victory over poverty and sickness right now on Earth. It is accessed through speaking faith-filled words. Is that your experience? That’s not what Jesus teaches! Jesus unpacks what He means by the “abundant life” a few verses after John 10:10 saying: “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them

My goal is to go to a place called Heaven, my road is narrow, my real companions few, my Guide is reliable, my mission is clear. I cannot be bought, compromised, deterred, lured away, or turned back. I will not flinch in the face of sacrifice, hesitate in the presence of adversity, or follow mediocrity. I won’t give up, back up, let up, or shut up until I’ve stayed up for the cause of my Lord Jesus the Christ. I will continue teaching Scripture until He returns for me. And wh

I am a part of those who are not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ! I have the Holy Spirit of God in me. The die has been cast. The course of action has been started and it cannot be stopped or changed! I have crossed the line. The choice has been made. I won’t look back, let up, back away, or be quiet! In Jesus, my past is redeemed, my present makes sense, and my future is secure. I am finished and done with sight walking, prayerlessness, and mundane talking. I have no d

For the believer in Christ, this is a deeply biblical perspective that perfectly balances remembering God’s faithfulness in the past with trusting His promises for the future. It reflects a life that is, overflowing with thankfulness while pressing forward to what lies ahead. This means acknowledging that your journey is not merely the result of your own strength, but rather God’s grace, protection, and provision. Jesus is faithful and unchanging across time, "Yesterday" (Pas

Philippians, often called the "Book of Joy," is a New Testament letter written by the Apostle Paul while imprisoned in Rome, showcasing that biblical joy is an internal, Christ-centered contentment, not dependent on external circumstances. Despite potential execution, Paul demonstrates that while happiness depends on favorable happenings, biblical joy is a steadfast fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22), maintained even in chains. Moral of the story: Don’t let your circumstanc

This is a prayer for God’s character—( love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control) (see Galatians 5:22-23)—to shine through my actions, even though I’m flawed, imperfect, and struggle with human weakness. For me, it highlights the biblical theme that God's strength is perfected in human weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Be encouraged! ~Dr. Robert L. Taylor, Th.D., Bible teacher & expositor

Everyone has something they trust, something they chase, something they build their identity on. For some it’s success, relationships, approval, control, pleasure, self-image, money, or their own intellect! They won’t call it “god,” but it certainly functions like one. The Bible reminds us, “The heart is more deceitful than all else And is desperately sick; Who can understand it?” (Jeremiah 17:9) meaning the human core—thoughts, intentions, and will—is inherently inclined to