How can we abstain from all appearance of evil without the bondage of legalism?

This passage is a beautiful provision for the church, not a legalistic bondage of rules and regulations about appearance.

Does “Abstain from all appearance of evil.” (1 Thessalonians 5:22 KJV) really mean the Christian is required to avoid anything that even appears to be some kind of evil? Does this apply even if it is really actually good? Who decides what appears to be evil? Who decides what is a form of evil? Who decides the penalty? Who makes Continue reading How can we abstain from all appearance of evil without the bondage of legalism?

Have you hardened your heart against God like Pharaoh?

Don't be like Pharaoh who chose to deny God, so God hardened his heart to bear the plagues until the destruction was complete

If you have hardened your heart to deny God, and you recognize your life is on a path headed to destruction, you can choose to change your direction. You can choose to believe God and accept his free gift of salvation. He has never failed to answer that prayer. He will soften your heart and transform your life. What is Continue reading Have you hardened your heart against God like Pharaoh?

A hedge of protection from God

God offers a hedge of protection around you, your house, and everything you have, which even Satan cannot cross

If you are a Christian seeking guidance and protection in your life, you may have heard of the phrase “hedge of protection.” This phrase is a common prayer used by many believers to ask God for His protection over themselves, their families, and loved ones. The idea of the hedge of protection comes from the Bible, where it is mentioned Continue reading A hedge of protection from God

1001 reasons for Christians to not fear or be afraid

1001 reaons for Christians to not fear or be afraid

Someone told me there are 365 versus that say “do not be afraid” and I looked up 63 verses that say “fear not” so I started searching and found these 1001 reasons for Christians to not be afraid and fear not even in scary, fearful times of chaos and judgment because Jesus Christ is the antidote for sin and the Continue reading 1001 reasons for Christians to not fear or be afraid

Don’t be so easily shaken or alarmed

Now, brothers, concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and our gathering together to him, we ask you not to be quickly shaken in your mind, nor yet be troubled, either by spirit, or by word, or by letter as from us, saying that the day of Christ had come. (2 Thessalonians 2:2 WEB) Study the scriptures diligently (John 5:39) Continue reading Don’t be so easily shaken or alarmed