“ God did not give you a spirit of fear, but of power, of love and of self-discipline. Therefore, do not be ashamed to testify about our Lord... Who has saved us and called us to a holy life... because of His own purpose and grace... So hold fast... and the good that has been committed to you, keep it through the Holy Spirit who dwells in us.” - 2 Timothy 1: 7-9 & 14 This epistle written by Paul to Timothy is known to be the last writing of Paul to Christians. He addresses i

Moreover, we have all had human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more should we submit to God, the Father and live! ………because He disciplines us for our benefit so that we might be partakers of His Holiness.” Hebrews 12:9-10 In a recent daily devotion, Dr. Charles Stanley spelled out very clearly four stumbling blocks we often fall victim to as we try our best to follow God. Our doubt can cause us to really question whether BIG God can truly

“You are all the children of light, and the children of the day. We are not of the night, nor of darkness. Therefore let us be vigilant and be self-controlled.” 1 Thessalonians 5:5-6 We should grasp the truth of these two verses and allow them to light up our faces with smiles, to gladden our hearts and to shine in our lives. We have become Children of Light through our faith in Jesus Christ. He said: “I am the light of the world; whoever follows me shall n