[:en]In the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve disobeyed God and thorns and thistles became a reality since then. (Gen. 3:17-18). But in the Garden of Gethsemane, Christ obeyed His Father by taking the cup and following His will. (Mat. 26:42) As Christ had surrendered Himself in obedience to His Father’s will in the Garden… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (9/11/17)[:]
Author: Josephine Yu
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[:en]David lived as a fugitive when he was pursued by King Saul. But he found true solace and comfort in the Lord. “I sought the Lord and he answered me. He delivered me from all my fears” (Ps. 34:1) When fears creep into your mind, remember that He is your God. Release your fears to… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (9/10/17)[:]
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[:en]Paul wrote to the Christians in Corinth describing Christians in 2 images. First, we can be a sweet fragrance to spread the aroma of the knowledge of Him everywhere, proclaiming His love, kindness and goodness of His salvation. (2 Cor. 2:14) Second, we can be a letter from Christ through His Spirit by writing His… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (9/09/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Romans 5[:]
[:en]”But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (v. 8) Christ’s obedience gives righteousness and life to all who trust Him. As we become his children, we are at peace with God (v. 11). “For just as through a disobedience of Adam, many were… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Romans 5[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Romans 4[:]
[:en]”Abraham believed God and it was credited to him as righteousness” (v. 3) At Calvary, God had put Christ’s righteousness in your account (v. 24). Your sins are forgiven and you can be saved simply by believing in Him.[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Romans 2[:]
[:en]You have no excuse to pass judgment on someone else (v. 2) because you will not escape God’s judgment (v. 3). For God will give to each person according to what he has done (v. 6). It is those who obey the law who will be declared righteous (v. 13) because God’s kindness leads us… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Romans 2[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Romans 3[:]
[:en]NO ONE IS RIGHTEOUS: “There is no one righteous, not even one; there is no one who understands, no one who seeks God. All have turned away, they have together become worthless; there is no one who does good, not even one” (v. 10-12) RIGHTEOUSNESS THROUGH FAITH: “For all have sinned and fall short of… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Romans 3[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 5[:]
[:en]Warnings against adultery: Sexual immorality is like walking a path that leads to death. The lips of an adulteress drip honey and her speech is smoother than oil, but in the end, she is bitter as gall, sharp as a double-edged sword. Her path is crooked and her steps lead straight to the grace (vs.… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 5[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 4[:]
[:en]Wisdom is Supreme! “Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or swerve from them. Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you” (vs. 5-6) “Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding. Esteem her, and she will exalt… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 4[:]
[:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 3[:]
[:en]Wisdom words to ponder: “Trust in the Lord with all you heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight” (vs. 5-6) “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Proverbs 3[:]