
Sunday Scripture 6/21/26
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Two observations:


If we could just follow this command, we would be walking closer to the Lord than ever before. With overflowing peace. It applies in marriages, friendships, work relationships, church family…it goes on. Yes, even when we are driving!
Without compassion, we will be blinded by pride and our emotions. A humble spirit helps us, to treat others in a Godly fashion.
The childhood mantra, “Jesus first, others second, me last,” is not a bad thing for us mature Christians to take to heart.

James 1:5 KJV [5] If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Beginnings of backyard pumpkin patch. I use cardboard to suppress weeds… expectations are low, concerning actual pumpkins this year. We just moved in two months ago, and garden has been low priority. But, any time a garden bed gets established, it is cause for rejoicing in our family. God is good.
Having flowers. Especially zinneas, growing in your garden, will attract pollinators.
More garden scenes coming…
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Our opinions don’t count.

Proverbs 8:1-8 KJV [1] Doth not wisdom cry? And understanding put forth her voice? [2] She standeth in the top of high places, by the way In the places of the paths. [3] She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, At the coming in at the doors. [4] Unto you, O men, I call; And my voice is to the sons of man. [5] O ye simple, understand wisdom: And, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart. [6] Hear; for I will speak of excellent things; And the opening of my lips shall be right things. [7] For my mouth shall speak truth; And wickedness is an abomination to my lips. [8] All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; There is nothing froward or perverse in them.
Talents in the Bible, are not always gold. Sometimes it is strength, faithfulness, good listening ear, music, etc… The talents given to us by our Creator, must be given back to Him, ten-fold!

It is by faith alone. We can contribute nothing to our salvation. Sincere belief in His finished work is our only hope.

There are far too many people on social media, that devote their lives to destroying sound doctrine. Hacking away at the triune nature of the Godhead is one of their pet projects. The Godhead Himself spoke of His nature in the very beginning of Creation.
It seems to me, and I am open to polite discussion, that these individuals fail to grasp just Who God is, and the scope of His awesomeness. They try to bring Him down to their level, debasing His Wonder and Power. Yet, they can understand the tangible nature of water, which can exist in three forms at once. Solid, liquid, and water can appear at the same time. Anyone experienced with a winter storm has been an eyewitness! Christ even used Living Water as an analagy of His nature!

When liars and cheats are cornered, they will deny and/or try to escape. So much better to be forthright, and truthful in all things.


Giving does not always mean money. Often, it is your precious time or talent.

Always remember to rightly divide, and that Acts is a transitional book!

Fearful Christians have weak testimony. Worry is the same as fearfulness.

Nearer, to thee, O Lord!


Worldly wisdom might make you prosperous. It might even make you happy.
But approval and acceptance by the world is never a good sign for true Bible believers. As a former pro musician, I can affirm that compromise is required as much as talent is.
In the same vein of thought, this applies to the pulpits of our churches. If preachers like Rick Warren are adored by the mainstream media, there must exist compromise. The world system requires it!
If you have ever experienced a church falling to purpose driven or other Roman Catholic ideology, take solace from the fact that we are even closer to hearing “come up hither.”


Glory and praise to our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ!

How merciful and faithful our Lord Jesus Christ is! How kind! How just! Oh how He loves us!

Glory to our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ!

This verse has gained a lot of traffic in the past few years. It bears closer study than pop stars and athletes like to give it. The truly amazing section is this:
“that he gave his only begotten Son,”
The Lord GAVE, which denotes there must be an intended recipient of that gift.
“BEGOTTEN,” is replaced with “one and only Son,” in the NIV. Webster’s defines begotten as: procreated; generated. This is of huge significance to all Bible believers. Satan wants to diminish the extraordinary aspect of the Conception of Christ, which was 100% supernatural. Through devious means, the evil one seeks to destroy the deity of Christ in every way he can.
Hold fast to the doctrine of the only begotten Son of God.

The selfless life, is the sacrificial life. Putting yourself under the Cross, and dying to self, involves every aspect of our lives.
Of special note is how this applies to the Christian marriage. The happiest marriages reflect Christ’s love for His church.

I love the hymn “Living for Jesus.” This verse from 1 John, states that ***we live through him***
Living through Him is a manifestation of our salvation. We reflect Him outwards, to a lost and dying world. At all times, we need to realize that those outside will judge the entire Body of Christ and His Word, by how one Christian acts and speaks. Sobering thought…


How I long for that day!

Now is the time. Repent and accept the free gift of Salvation through faith in Christ Jesus!

