Stand Fast in the Lord

Stand fast in the Lord. Paul gives us a challenge to stand fast. There are two ways to stand, either stand you own way, or stand God’s way. It’s not automatic when you become saved. Standing in the Lord has...
Salvation vs. Inheritance

Salvation vs. Inheritance. Paul often talked about exchanging things of the flesh for Christ’s righteousness. This was a common theme in the previous dispensation as demonstrated in Matt 16:24-27 (KJV) ”Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will...
That I May Know Him

Let’s be honest. Who knew Christ better than the Apostle Paul? Yet, why does Paul in Philippians 3:10 say “That I may know Him...”? Look at the 14 New Testament books God used Paul to write which include Hebrews, Romans,...
There is a Joy that is Set Before Us

There is a joy that is set before us. This week we celebrate Palm Sunday and the triumphant entrance of Christ into Jerusalem the week before his crucifixion. The cross is very important to the believer. Everything Jesus does during...
Righteousness from Christ

Righteousness from Christ. The power of God is different from the mercy of God. Many people may be drawn to God by his demonstration of power but it’s the grace and mercy of God that should grab your attention. As...
His Way, and Not My Way

His way, and not my way . Paul gives us an example of how we should live our lives in Philippians. Remember, we’ve been given the ultimate weapon with the Mind of Christ to overcome every attack of the mind...