Tuesday, April 12, 2016

2 Corinthians 4:17 (or two Corinthians per Donald Trump...haha) - "For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;"  No matter what light afflictions we suffer for following Jesus (mocking/jokes from co-workers, harsh words from some you witness to, constant questions about how we act or why we don't do certain things), it pales in comparison to what He went through for us and the glory that's waiting for us!  Let's keep looking for opportunities to share with others the same joys we look forward to. - Jason Barrett

Sunday, March 13, 2016

2 Corinthians 11:30 - "If I must needs glory, I will glory of the things which concern mine infirmities." In previous verses, Paul describes his many physical sufferings for the cause of Christ. It would be easy to give up if we went through just a few of these things, but not only did Paul persevere, he said that he gloried in them. May God give us the strength and encouragement to endure and grow from the hardships in our lives. Thank you, Lord, for my trials. - Garrett Longest

Saturday, February 13, 2016

2 Corinthians 11:14 - "And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light." There are so many different areas to discuss the influence and deception of Satan, but I'll mention one area that I personally battle with. God's Word stresses how important prayer is. Satan will try to distract me while I'm in prayer with God. He can and will use anything, especially something that appears to be good or spiritual. 'Oh, it's ok, it's still something about God or a rabbit trail in scripture.' But if that hinders me from praying, then Satan has won that battle. Be ever watchful of this wolf in sheep's clothing, this "angel of light", and roaring lion who is always seeking whom he may devour. - Garrett Longest

Sunday, December 27, 2015

2 Corinthians 6:14 - "Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness?  and what communion hath light with darkness?"  What changes can we make in our lives this New Year to improve our fellowship with the Lord? - Jason Barrett

Saturday, November 7, 2015

2 Corinthians 10:5 - "Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every though to the obedience of Christ." Every thought...EVERY thought. If we could accomplish this in our lives, there is no limit to how God could use us. - Steve Boots