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Yes and Amen “For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us.”  2 Corinthians 1:20 Today I want to talk about the seal of God’s promises!  Amen!  The word “Amen” literally means “so be it” or “it is so!”  Most of us usuallyContinue reading “September 9, 2021”

The gift of prayer You also helping together in prayer for us, that thanks may be given by many persons on our behalf for the gift granted to us through many.  2 Corinthians 1:11 The gift of prayer!  Have you ever thought of it that way?  That you are actually giving someone a gift whenContinue reading “September 8, 2021”

His Comfort who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. 2 Corinthians 1:4 Have you ever wondered why?  Why is this happening to me or why do things always go in aContinue reading “September 4, 2021”

A church at home And when I come, whomever you approve by your letters I will send to bear your gift to Jerusalem. 1 Corinthians 16:3 The final chapter in 1 Corinthians has Paul’s closing remarks to the Christians at Corinth.  They apparently asked a question about giving and he gives them instruction on collectingContinue reading “September 3, 2021”

Abounding in God’s work “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 15:58 Always abounding in the work of the Lord.  Existing and doing many of God’s good works.  This seems excessive to me.  Always? Continue reading “September 2, 2021”

Be a sharpener Do not be deceived: “Evil company corrupts good habits.” Awake to righteousness, and do not sin; for some do not have the knowledge of God. I speak this to your shame. 1 Corinthians 15: 33 & 34 Have you ever heard the saying “One bad apple will spoil the whole bunch”?  It’sContinue reading “September 1, 2021”

Firstfruit But now Christ is risen from the dead and has become the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. 1 Corinthians 15:20 The firstfruits.  It is the first produce of a crop each harvest season.  Proverbs instructs us that we are to honor God with the firstfruit of all our increase.  It means weContinue reading “August 31, 2021”

The resurrection If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men the most pitiable. 1 Corinthians 15:19 Do you believe in the resurrection?  This is a pretty easy question to answer if you are a believer in Christ Jesus, but I am asking you to consider your resurrection?  Yes,Continue reading “August 30, 2021”

No more excuses But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me was not in vain; but I labored more abundantly than they all, yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me. 1 Corinthians 15:10 I think we as believers get the wrong impressionContinue reading “August 29, 2021”

Invite Him in Let all things be done for edification. 1 Corinthians 14:26 Here is the key to spiritual gifts.  They are to be used for edification and building others up.  They are not to draw attention to yourself, and they are not to make you famous or popular.  They are for reaching the world.Continue reading “August 28, 2021”