Words have tremendous power to hurt us, and the words we speak to others not only harm them but also ourselves. According to the book of Proverbs, we must learn to guard our speech to be successful in life. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains that we should avoid false speech, including lying, flattery, distortion, and exaggeration, as well as divisive speech, such as gossip and slander. By controlling our tongue, we can avoid ruin and preserve our soul from troubles. [... more]

Contemplating the brevity of life and the inevitability of death invites us to become people of depth, and to live wisely in an unpredictable world. Solomon's wise counsel from Ecclesiastes 7 offers four surprising principles for living, including contemplating our casket, choosing companions carefully, cultivating character wisely, and considering our Creator with humility. [... more]

Abraham, considered the father of faith, is used by Paul in Romans 4 as an illustration of justification by faith alone. Despite his flaws and failures, Abraham's faith in God's Word and redemptive plan is credited to him as righteousness, demonstrating that salvation is not earned through works but rather through faith in Jesus Christ. [... more]

Pastor J.D. Greer explains the importance of living a righteous life as a Christian, highlighting six reasons to obey God's commands. He emphasizes the need to imitate God, put God on display, and recognize the sinful, idolatrous world is doomed. Greer also discusses the importance of receiving the Gospel and yielding full control of one's life to God. [... more]

The Apostle Paul's experiences of being crushed and overwhelmed by ministry challenges and persecution are contrasted with his reliance on God's sovereignty and power. He refused undue praise and flattery, refocused attention on God, and restrained the crowds from worshiping him as a god. Paul's humility and trust in God's power are highlighted as essential for Christian leaders, and his ministry memoirs offer valuable lessons for spiritual growth and overcoming adversity. [... more]

The Bible teaches that our words have the power to either build up or tear down, and that controlling our tongues is a sign of spiritual maturity. We are encouraged to use our words to praise God, proclaim the gospel, and confess our sins, and to avoid gossip and backbiting. By dedicating our tongues to God's glory, we can become bridge builders, not bridge burners, and be known as people of love who elevate others. [... more]

J.D. Greer emphasizes the importance of repentance and surrender in Christianity, explaining that idolatry and sin can lead to a lack of inheritance in the kingdom of God. He discusses the six reasons to obey God, including imitating God, realizing idols are not true believers, and putting God on display in a dark world. [... more]

When we see God's holiness, we are exposed to our own weaknesses and failures. This exposure is not meant to make us comfortable, but to change us. God wants to clean us up, even if it hurts, and straighten us out. By acknowledging our wrongs and giving God permission to expose us, we can be forgiven and used by Him. [... more]

Being made in the image of God means bearing his likeness and living according to his nature, not our own. This understanding is crucial for Christians to find their purpose and identity in life, and to rule their realm effectively. [... more]

A discussion on the dangers of popularity and its effects on individuals, highlighting the importance of humility, loyalty, and consecration in one's life. The passage also explores the significance of the Lord's Supper as spiritual medicine, nourishing the soul and deepening faith and obedience. [... more]