Tim Tschida’s Post

It doesn't take faith to believe in something we can see or touch. Christians are to walk by faith and not by sight. Faith isn't a crutch for the weak-minded. It is a gift from God that opens our spiritual eyes to life's greatest reality. Here is the May 3 devotional from my "Next Step Devotions" book, based on John 20:24-29. https://lnkd.in/eijU7UPA

Living life God's way can commend the Gospel and attract others to Jesus. Find out how that's possible when you study along with Truth For Life. Alistair Begg explores the essential characteristics that should flow from the lives of God's chosen people: https://bit.ly/3Cojn1A

Luke 1:33: "And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end." John 6:51: "I am the living bread which came down from heaven: if any man eat of this bread, he shall live for ever: and the bread that I will give is my flesh, which I will give for the life of the world." Romans 11:36: "For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be glory for ever. Amen." 1 Timothy 1:17: "Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen." Hebrews 1:8: "But unto the Son he saith, Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: a sceptre of righteousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom." Hebrews 10:12: "But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God;" Hebrews 13:8: "Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever." 1 Peter 1:25: "But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you." #BibleVerses #BibleQuotes #Scripture #BibleStudy

Did you ever stop to consider that what you think in your heart will become what you do in your life? That’s why Scripture warns us to “Take care lest there be an unworthy thought in your heart” (Deut. 15:9) This is why it’s so vital that we daily, moment-by-moment, choose to set our heart on godly things (Col. 3:1-2) and not allow even a momentary thought about how to gratify the sinful desires of King Me (Rom. 13:14). This is why we must always use Scripture to take captive every thought and make each thought obedient to Christ (2 Cor. 10:5). Let’s ask God to help us be aware of the thoughts and intentions of our heart today (Heb. 4:12).

We have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him. (Colossians 1:9–10 ESV) Listen to today's program: https://bit.ly/4fsUhO3

The Word of God is our anchor in every storm. Psalm 119:89 declares, 'Your word, Lord, is eternal; it stands firm in the heavens.' No matter the challenges we face, His Word remains constant, providing strength, peace, and direction. Hold onto His unshakable truth today! #GraceForUsMinistries #ThursdayTeachings #FirmFoundation #WordOfGod"

I recently read an article suggesting that when Jesus told the disciples to wait in Jerusalem in Acts 1, he commanded them to pray together. What do you think? Is the author of that article reading more into it, or is he right? Regardless of whether he commands them to pray as a group, there are benefits to corporate prayers. The link below is to my Patreon page, outlining what I see as the benefits of praying with other Christians. What benefits do you see? https://lnkd.in/gw5bMPvs

Inspired by Ecclesiastes 3:11, which reminds us that "He has made everything beautiful in its time, our journals are designed to be a sanctuary for your spiritual journey. Our beautifully crafted journals invite you to reflect on the divine timing of daily events and the emotions they bring to discover the beauty in every moment. Each journal encourages you to explore your thoughts, prayers, and hopes, helping you connect deeply with God's purpose and grace. Embrace the journey of faith with a journal that celebrates the perfect timing of God's plans and the beauty He knits into your life. https://a.co/d/2oWEspP

Today's sermon is "Why Eve? Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?” (Genesis 3:1 NIV) As we continue our study in Genesis 3:1–10 we want to ask ourselves what it was about Eve that caused the serpent to choose her for his attack. Why didn’t he start with Adam? What signals did Eve send that indicated she was the easier target? Perhaps it was because she had second hand knowledge about the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Adam got the command directly from God which may have made him a more difficult target. So the serpent went after the one who had to rely on the words of another rather than on the words of the one who had actually gotten the command directly from the source. She could have relied on the word God that she learned from Adam, but she didn’t. Today many of us would like to have a firsthand experience with God. We long for an audible voice to speak out of the clouds or a bright light to overpower us, but that may not happen. However, like Eve we are no less responsible. You and I have the Word of God in Scripture. We have that ultimate Word of God in Jesus Christ, the Word that was made flesh and now lives in us because of our faith in him. We also have God’s continuing presence in the form of the Holy Spirit, who guides us into all truth, who helps us know when God is speaking. Hopefully we will be found among those who do not have to have the miraculous but are satisfied with the Word of God available to us. From the standpoint of obedience to that Word, the signals we send must be certain signals about our faith in and commitment to Jesus Christ. Satan will find no easy targets among us, even if our reports are second hand