Ephesians 3:10, “His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms.” The purpose of the church is to encourage your spiritual growth through fellowship, teaching, prayer, worship, and ministry.  The term for church in the Greek, “ekkl?sia,” basically…

Romans 12:6, “We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us.” God will reveal His gifts and talents in your life as you seek His will for your life.  You were created in the image of God with special abilities that make you a “one-of-kind.”  Sometimes we may doubt ourselves, but…

Galatians 6:10, “Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.” You can help others by giving them the message of Jesus and meeting their needs as often as you can.  You may not be able to help everyone, but you can…

Colossians 3:23, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” You should choose the career that God leads you to have and work as unto the Lord.  The Bible is full of examples of people who served God in various careers.  In the Old…

Deuteronomy 8:18, “But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today.” God’s purpose for money is to give you resources to provide for your family, the church, and help the needy. …

1 Timothy 6:17, “Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.” You can own and enjoy as much as you desire as long…

Proverbs 18:24, “One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” You should choose godly friends that truly love you and are reliable.  The Bible warns that choosing the wrong kind of friends can lead to trouble.  Proverbs 13:20 states, “a companion of fools…

Romans 8:37, “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.” We overcome our setbacks in the Christian life by relying on God’s Spirit and finding comfort in His love for us.  Though tests and trials are nothing strange to the Christian, we shouldn’t allow them to control our…

1 Corinthians 6:19, “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own.” The Bible teaches us to treat our bodies as the temple of God, thus we should be healthy, active, and able to live a…