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Category Archives: Joy
How to Lose the Joy of Salvation
Restore to me the joy of Your salvation… (Psalm 51:12, N.K.J.V.) Prominent Baptist preacher Dr. Tom Wallace tells of an experience he had when he was serving as the pastor of Bible Baptist Church in Elkton, Maryland. One Sunday morning … Continue reading
“Sir, We Would See Jesus”
The same came therefore to Philip, which was of Bethsaida of Galilee, and desired him, saying, Sir, we would see Jesus. (John 12:21, K.J.V.) Word has it that a church in Georgia has an angling stairway the preacher must ascend … Continue reading
Posted in Adversity, Anger, Belief, Depression, Disappointment, Discipleship, Doubt, Faith, Joy, Ministry, Preaching, Problems, Service, Trials, Trusting In God
Tagged church with the stairway to reach the pulpit, story about a pastor who lost his faith, Then were the disciples glad when they saw the Lord, We would see Jesus
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“Christian Verses” Podcast: Psalm 16:11
Quick question: How much joy do you have? A second quick question: Even if you think you have some joy, would other people say that you do? In this week’s podcast Malcolm and I take Psalm 16:11 and use it … Continue reading
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An Important Context
We Christians are very familiar with Philippians 4:13, where the apostle Paul says, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” But how many of us correctly understand the context for this classic verse? Trust me, the context … Continue reading
Posted in Addiction, Adversity, Alcohol, Attitude, Comfort, Courage, Depression, Disappointment, Divorce, Drugs, Encouragement, Fear, Gambling, Inner Peace, Joy, Needs, Persecution, Perseverance, Problems, Salvation, Spiritual Warfare, Suffering, Temptation, Trials, Trusting In God, Worry
Tagged drawing strength from Christ, how Christ strengthens us, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me, Paul writing from prison, Philippians 4:13, the context of Philippians 4:13, the indwelling Holy Spirit
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Easter Bells
But now Christ is risen from the dead, and has become the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since by man came death, by Man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, … Continue reading
Posted in Adversity, Attitude, Christ's Resurrection, Church, Church Attendance, Depression, Easter, Eternity, Fear, Joy, Praise, Problems, Resurrection, Trials, Trusting In God, Worry
Tagged church bells, Easter, Easter bells ringing, Feldkirch, General Andre Massena, General Franz Jellacic, Jean-Baptiste Jourdan, jesus, Napoleon's Austrian campaign, Resurrection
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The Keeper of the Spring
In a little hamlet, the town council held a meeting to discuss how to cut expenses. They studied the budget more seriously than ever before and noticed an item that had previously escaped their attention. It was a small fee … Continue reading
Posted in Backsliding, Comfort, Commitment, Discipleship, Encouragement, Faithfulness, God's Provision, Inner Peace, Joy, Needs, Personal Holiness, Priorities, Sanctification, Trusting In God
Tagged a town's polluted water supply, the Keeper of the Spring, the secret to comfort, the secret to inner peace, the secret to joy
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Rejoicing in the Lord Always
Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! (Philippians 4:4, N.K.J.V.) Many years ago, in Germany, a young man was diagnosed with cancer of the tongue. The prognosis was that the cancer would spread unless the tongue was … Continue reading
The Disciple's Road 