Category Archives: Sunday Soaking

“I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual giftto make you strong – that is, that you and I may be mutually encouragedby each other’s faith.”Romans 1:11-12 The apostle Paul makes a strong case … Continue reading →

By faithNoah, when warned about things not yet seen,in holy fear built an ark to save his family.By his faithhe condemned the world and became heir of the righteousnessthat is in keeping with faith.Hebrews 11:7 What would you step out … Continue reading →

“…they chose Stephen, a man full of faithand of the Holy Spirit…”Acts 6:5 As the early church grew, the need for workers also grew. The disciples wisely realized theyneeded to delegate. Self-awareness prompted them to see that there were not … Continue reading →

Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1 Hebrews 11 provides an apt definition of faith. Many of us may have learned the King James Version:  Now faith is … Continue reading →

In addition to all this,take up the shield of faithwith which you can extinguishall the flaming arrows of the evil one. Ephesians 6:16  Measuring approximately 4.5’ tall by 2’ wide, the Roman shield would completely cover a soldier as he … Continue reading →

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men. Colossians 3:23 It’s hard to overstate the value of a strong work ethic. No matter the arena—workplace, athletic field, ministry, or home … Continue reading →

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.” Colossians 3:16 Dictionary.com offers this … Continue reading →

“…clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility,gentleness, and patience…and over all these virtues put on love,which binds them all together in perfect unity.”Colossians 3:12-14 Our identity in Christ means we should look, sound, think, and behave differently.  It’s all about what … Continue reading →

“…set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” Colossians 3:1-2 Are you a thermostat or a thermometer? A thermometer reflects the temperature … Continue reading →

And you, my son Solomon, acknowledge the God of your father,and serve him with wholehearted devotionand with a willing mind,for the Lord searches every heart andunderstands every desire and every thought.If you seek him, he will be found by you;but … Continue reading →