Author Archives: LauraMac

For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed,a righteousness that is by faith from first to last,just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith.”Romans 1:17 The theme for the book of Romans is righteousness. It … Continue reading →

“I long to see you so that I may impart to yousome spiritual gift to make you strong– that is, that you and I may be mutually encouragedby each other’s faith.”Romans 1:11-12 Paul’s heart desire was to visit the church … Continue reading →

“Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.”Ephesians 5:21  Here is yet another verse underscoring that our relationship with Jesus makes every other relationship work.  If I love Jesus, I will love the “one anothers” in my life. Because I … Continue reading →

“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Ephesians 4:32  Just because we are believers does not mean we will not hurt each other. In fact, those we are closest to … Continue reading →

Love must be sincere.Hate what is evil, cling to what is good.Be devoted to one another in brotherly love.Honor one another above yourselves.Romans 12:9-10 Paul talks about brotherly love in this passage. That’s good. We can embrace that. (Might adapt … Continue reading →

“Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet you also should wash one another’s feet.” John 13:14  First-century foot washing was anything but glamorous. Feet in Bible times became crusty, cracked, and calloused, both from wearing strapped-on … Continue reading →

More than a few of us may be too young to remember these popular 1967 lyrics from the Youngbloods:   Come on people now, Smile on your brother, Everybody get together, Try to love one another  Right now. I have … Continue reading →

Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall;but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.They will soar on wings like eagles;they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be … Continue reading →

You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word. Psalm 119:114 What does God’s Word mean to you? Is it an old book with truth for another era? Is it filled with wisdom that … Continue reading →