How do we KNOW that we are saved? How do others know that we are a child of the King? John answers that question; by our life. John continues his thought from our last reading into this reading also. He continues to remind us of our Advocate. His purpose in writing to us is to […]
The sun is still shining even though the clouds are in the way. Just like God is still there when sin is in the way. John begins his first sharing of this central truth; God is holy and righteous. Our sins separate us. But Jesus addressed this issue for us. “God is light, and in […]
John starts his letter by telling us how REAL his relationship was with Jesus. He saw Him. He touched Him. He walked with Him. And he wasn’t alone in these experiences. But even more amazing than that, God testified of Him and they experienced God’s presence when they were with Jesus. If you are anything […]
This is Peter’s last letter but instead of crying out for mercy to stay, he gives encouragement to those he leaves behind. Listen to the letters of the others, especially Paul’s. Their words are inspired by God. “Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (verse 18a). Peter knows his […]
Peter is reminding his readers of the promises of God. AND reminding them that God holds His own calendar and timeline. OH how MANY times I’ve said in my life that I know God’s timing is always right but “I wish He would WIND HIS WATCH!” This was my way of asking Him to hurry […]