Throughout Paul’s life, we can see that he trusted God for wisdom, power, and grace. This gave him reason to boast in Christ Jesus, and to find no confidence in his flesh.
The Apostle Peter teaches us in 1 Peter 2:1-3 that God’s word is pure and nourishing. Our desire for the pure milk of God’s Word is directly related to taking out the trash in our lives, and dwelling on the kindness of the Lord.
Charles Spurgeon said, “A Bible which is falling apart usually belongs to someone who isn’t”. Have you made a plan to read scripture every day for 2020?
The Apostle Paul says to us “Imitate me, just as I also imitate Christ.” (1 Corinthians 11:1). We are encouraged to imitate Paul’s humility, consistency, and intentionality as shown in his mission to the Gentiles (nations).
In these verses, Paul shows us how to love people who we may consider strange or difficult. He reminds the Jews that Jesus came as a servant to make solid on the promises. And he reminds the Gentiles that their inclusion in the family of God is sheer mercy. Truth for the Jews and mercy for the Gentiles. It is important to remember that when we live in harmony, God is glorified.
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Weekly messages from Sweets Church in Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada. Sweets Church is committed to unapologetically proclaiming the life-changing truth of God's Word.