Tag: Today in the Word

In an Empire where Christianity was a minority religion and often viewed with suspicion, hospitality was a true blessing to traveling Christians.

Scripture tells us that anyone who does not “acknowledge Jesus Christ as coming in the flesh.

God’s people are called to both truth and love. It is not enough for all to affirm the same doctrine while remaining selfish and unloving.

Scripture insists that our confidence must be in God. In our prayer life, we are encouraged that “if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us."

Christ promises that faith in Him brings victory over the world and eternal life with Him. We can be sure that victory is found in the cross of Christ.

We all know that it can be hardest to love those in our own family, including the Christian family. Nevertheless, this is what we are called to.

Sometimes our feelings don’t match the truths of Scripture. During those times of doubt, we need to remind ourselves of the truth of God’s love.

The messages bombarding us can be confusing. The next time you wonder about a message you hear, test it with today’s spiritual litmus test.

Scripture reassures us of our relationship with God. Because of His Spirit in our lives, we have boldness.

John affirms that the central message for Christians is to love one another. How can you love “with actions and in truth”? Find a way to put love in action this week.