[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 16:17-27 Biblical Truth: Paul warned his readers that false teachers will come into the church to disrupt unity and create division through false teachings. We must have discernment to distinguish between foundational and peripheral matters of faith. We must not be deceived by sounding words of the prosperity gospel. Personal Application: Let… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/25/17)[:]
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[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/24/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 16:1-16 Biblical Truth: Paul encouraged unity within diversity of churches. We should express our love and appreciation for each other and display our brotherly and sisterly love in Christ. Personal Application: May we learn to be united in proclaiming His Word. And may we have good relationships among fellow Christians. Prayer: Lord,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/24/17)[:]
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[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 15:22-33 Biblical Truth: Poverty had been a problem in the church of Jerusalem since the earliest time (Acts 4:34, 6:1). So Paul challenged the church of Macedonia and Achaia to help the Christians in need at Jerusalem. He reminded them that the Jewish believers had shared the spiritual blessings of the gospel… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/23/17)[:]
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[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 15:14-21 Biblical Truth: Paul was given the priestly duty by God to proclaim the gospel to the Gentiles. He displayed good attitude in his service and provided an example of good leadership. He knew how to affirm the work of others, treated the Christians at Rome as his brothers, and praise their… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/22/17)[:]
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[:en]Scripture Reading: Psalms 113 Biblical Truth: Psalms 113 is a part of Egyptian “Hallel”. “Hale;” is a Hebrew word which means giving praise to someone or something great. Combine with the word “Jah”, which refers to God, “Hallelujah” refers to the greatness of God. The Psalms starts with the phrase “Praise the Lord” and ends… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/21/17)[:]
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[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 15:8-13 Biblical Truth: Christ’s death has made possible for people from all nations of the earth to join with one voice in joyful praise, glorifying Him, proclaiming His gospel and bringing faith, hope, peace and joy to mankind. Personal Application: Let us all unite and come together joining hands in praising and… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/20/17)[:]
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[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 15:1-7 Biblical Truth: The churches in Rome had radical difference between members in their previous religious practices and beliefs, along with educational, social and cultural background. The unity in diversity is difficult for them to achieve. But within the Trinity, we see loving relationship between the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. They… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/19/17)[:]
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[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 14:19-23 Biblical Truth: Paul portrayed the Christian community as a building which can either be constructed or destroyed by people who are part of it. He encouraged his readers to make every effort to do what led to peace and to mutual edification (v. 19) Personal Application: Today, disagreements over minor issues,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/18/17)[:]
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[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 14:9-18 Biblical Truth: In New Testament times, strict dietary matters were being observed in their religion but Christ had brought freedom for such restriction. Personal Application: Let us accept fellow believers and not be judgmental towards each other. As we march our journey towards maturity in Him, we are accountable for our… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/17/17)[:]
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[:en]Scripture Reading: Romans 14:1-8 Biblical Truth: There were differences in understanding about the freedom of Christ that Paul shared. Weaker believers who had strong belief of Judaism required special rules of dietary choice in honoring God. Those who failed to obey them were judged as spiritually inferior. Stronger believers believed that they were free from… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (5/16/17)[:]