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What are the commands of Christ?
49 Commands of Christ words to live by Jesus said, “If ye love me, keep my commandments” (John 14:15). Keeping the commands of Jesus begins with recognizing what they are. The following is a collection of 49 of Jesus’ commands. As you read through them, ask God to help you observe these words, ...What does God promise to those who keep Christ’s commands?
Rewards for Keeping the Commands of Christ treasures to reap when living by the words of Jesus When we keep—that is, observe, remember, and apply—the commands of Jesus Christ, Scripture explains that many rewards will follow. God will love us and reveal Himself to us. “He that hath my commandm ...How can I get in the habit of leading my family in devotions?
Making Family Devotions a Reality a father takes the responsibility to lead For years I wanted to consistently lead my family in times in God’s Word, teaching my children Biblical truths and instilling in them a love for my heavenly Father. I wanted to confidently fulfill my responsibilities an ...How can I overcome discouragement?
How to Conquer Discouragement steps to victory When you are discouraged or depressed, what should you do? Should you sit around and wait for God to act, or is there something you can do to resist the devil and reject his influence in your life? Sometimes the Lord asks us to wait on Him to take ...How can I conquer sinful habits?
How to Conquer Sinful Habits seven steps to victory Is it actually possible to conquer destructive habits? Yes, because “with God, nothing shall be impossible” (Luke 1:37). Through the provision of God’s grace, you can take positive steps of action to experience victory over sinful habits. “Gra ...How should I study to find the meaning of God's Word?
Discover Scripture’s Meaning research God’s Word to gain key insights A key to engrafting God’s Word into our lives is deepening our understanding of it by studying passages of Scripture, understanding the meanings of root words, and considering cross-references and historical data. Scriptural ...What questions should I ask to aid meditation on Scripture?
Investigate Scripture With Key Questions observe, interpret, and apply God’s Word In Scripture meditation, your goal is to understand the passage as well as possible. To thoroughly investigate the passage you have selected, you need to: Observe what the passage actually says, as opposed to wha ...How can I memorize Scripture?
Tips for Scripture Memorization successfully store God’s Word in your heart Memorization of Scripture equips you for daily meditation on God’s Word. It makes meditation possible anywhere, anytime—not just when it’s convenient to pull out a Bible. Since memorization of Scripture requires a signi ...How can I "engraft" God's Word into my life?
Engraft God’s Word Into Your Life the importance of meditating on the Word of God Have you experienced the futility of trying to produce spiritual fruit by your own efforts? If you redirect your energies to “engraft” Scripture into your life and meditate on it day and night, God’s Word will suc ...How should I work through coming clean with my wife?
Take Responsibility for Moral Failure rebuilding a marriage damaged by hidden moral failure When you come clean with your wife by confessing moral failures, you will have a feeling of euphoria. It will seem as though hundreds of bricks have been taken off of your shoulders. You will even feel f ...How can I maintain an orderly home?
In the Muddle of a Mess keys for organizing the home The house was a mess. The kids had made toy creations with the babysitter the night before, and now they were strung from one end of the house to the other, awaiting my admiration. The girls’ new Christmas dolls had joined us for school and w ...How can family members help each other gain and maintain moral freedom?
Winning the War Against Lust summoning reinforcements for individual “battles” Accountability is more than going to a brother or sister in the Lord and confessing failure. Accountability is going to them in the middle of a battle, before we’ve fallen, and asking for their help. This concept hel ...Why did God allow me to be raised in a non-Christian home?
The following testimony was given by a man who attended a counseling course and shared insights he found when he asked the question, “Why did God let a bad thing happen?” I came to know the Lord Jesus Christ at the age of 16. One of the first things I realized was that our home was not a Christ ...How did God use the suffering Joseph experienced?
How Suffering Prepared a Leader the story of Joseph How would you respond if your family despised you so much that they arranged for you to be sold to a slave trader? How would you feel if your boss, whom you had faithfully served with impeccable integrity, was quick to believe a lie about you ...What is a "rhema"?
What Is a “Rhema”? Scripture for personal application Logos—The Word of God There are two primary Greek words that describe Scripture which are translated word in the New Testament. The first, logos, refers principally to the total inspired Word of God and to Jesus, Who is the living Logos. Bib ...