“There is therefore now no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus made me free from the law of sin and of death.” (Romans 8:1-2, ASVBT) In this passage, the Apostle Paul is…
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Scripture Minute – John 16:7
“Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you.” (John 16:7) In this verse, Jesus is preparing His disciples for His departure, indicating that He will…
Scripture Minute – Isaiah 26:8
“Yea, in the way of thy judgments, O Lord, have we waited for thee; the desire of our soul is to thy name, and to the remembrance of thee.” (Isaiah 26:8) This verse expresses a deep longing and anticipation for God’s judgments and divine guidance. The verse speaks of patience in waiting for the Lord’s…
Scripture Minute – 2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” (2 Corinthians 5:17) The Apostle Paul was inspired to write a thorough message about the life-changing power of being in a relationship with Jesus Christ. This verse is only one example of…
Scripture Minute – Titus 2:14
He “gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.” (Titus 2:14, KJV) In his epistle to Titus, here Paul is writing about Christ’s sacrificial act for humanity. The Holman Christian Standard Bible reads: “He gave Himself for us to redeem…
Scripture Minute – Psalm 40:11
“Lord, you do not withhold your compassion from me. Your constant love and truth will always guard me.” (Psalm 40:11, CSB) In this verse, we see that the psalmist David makes a plea to God asking for His mercy and loving-kindness to be bestowed upon him. David expresses his desire for God’s compassion and faithfulness…
Scripture Minute – James 3:2
“For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body.” (James 3:2, KJV) In this particular verse, James is writing about the power and challenges of controlling one’s speech and the significance of doing so. We all…
Scripture Minute – 1 John 1:6
“If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth.” (1 John 1:6) If someone claims to have fellowship or a close relationship with God, but continues to live in darkness or sin, they are not being truthful. “Walking in darkness” refers to living a…