In our sufferings on this earth, we look with hope towards the resurrection of our bodies and the life eternal. In this hope we are saved! “For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for?” (Romans 8:24). Before Christ … Continue reading Saved by hope
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Walking through the valley of the shadow of death
For most of us; no, I dare say all of us, suffering is something we wish to avoid. This is a natural human response, and by no means wrong. Most of us are blessed to live in communities which are largely sheltered from the more vicious aspects of earthly life. This is a blessing from … Continue reading Walking through the valley of the shadow of death
The First Temptation – Matthew 4:2-4
Jesus’ answer to the devil’s temptation, found in vs. 4, conclusively silenced all three aspects of Satan’s temptation. The true mark of Jesus’ Sonship was His obedience to the will of the Father, not being a miracle-worker. True provision for His needs would come in dependence on the Father alone, not in obeying Satan’s will, … Continue reading The First Temptation – Matthew 4:2-4
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