Jesus teaches that we should store up treasures in Heaven. While it’s not fully understood, we should not put our trust in earthly things. 1 Timothy 6:7 says, “For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.” The Apostle Paul also teaches we should do good things for all people. God has so much grace towards us. There is nothing we can do to earn our salvation but there are things we can do to grow our faith. Jesus is the living God who lets us enjoy the many blessings we have. Praise God for His grace and mercy. Amen

1 Corinthians 4:1 says “Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God.” What does this mean? Jesus is the “mystery” revealed to those who have salvation as is the mystery of “Christ in you, the hope of glory” (Colossians 1:27). Through Jesus we are given the gift of eternal life and God revealed it when He came to earth as a man; died and rose from the dead. The atonement of Christ is the hidden mystery and Jesus is God revealed to us. Praise God for salvation. Amen

Proverbs 1:7 says, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” What does fear have to do with wisdom? This teaches us that the only true source of wisdom is God. The verse is teaching for us to have love and respect for God. The fear mentioned is different from a fear of things that would hurt us. In Matthew 28:20 Jesus says, “…I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.”. So it’s good news that God is with us. We have love for God not because we fear He’s going to torture us if we don’t. Rather, because we recognize who He is and His love for us. 1 John 4:19 says, “We love him, because he first loved us.”. Praise God for His love for us. Amen

1 Corinthians 7:40 says, “…I think also that I have the Spirit of God.”. What does Paul mean when He says that?” I think he’s making a reference. His judgement of right and wrong is influenced by the Holy Spirit. Paul when writing to churches sometimes referenced His judgement, however we know Paul had a personal relationship with God. We can all have a personal relationship with God. All we have to do is believe in Him and accept Him. Once we accept Jesus we should build on our relationship by trusting in Him and praying often. Praise God for the Holy Spirit. Amen

“1 Corinthians 2:1: And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God.
1 Corinthians 2:2: For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified.” What does that mean? It means that God will help give us the words to speak when preaching the Gospel. Jesus said in Mark 13:11, “…take no thought beforehand what ye shall speak, neither do ye premeditate: but whatsoever shall be given you in that hour, that speak ye: for it is not ye that speak, but the Holy Ghost.” The Good News of the Gospel is something that we should rely on the Holy Spirit when we minister. When we trust in God He will guide us and help us to know what to say. God loves everyone 1 Timothy 2:4 says, “Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth”. So that means God desires for everyone to accept Him as Savior so that they can join in the promise of God which is Eternal Life. Praise God for the Gospel. Amen

1 Corinthians 1:8 says, “Who shall also confirm you unto the end, that ye may be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.” What does this mean? Once we accept Jesus as Lord and Savior God confirms us as blameless only through the blood of Jesus. Christ makes us pure and blameless before God. When God looks upon those in Christ He does not see sin but sees the perfection of Christ. However, that does not mean we are perfect, it just means that the perfect Savior Jesus Christ makes us justified before God. We should keep in mind this justification does not come through works, rather through the love and mercy of God. Amen

Jesus Christ is the foundation of the Christian faith. 1 Corinthians 3:11 says, “For other foundation can no man lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.”. What does that mean? God wants us to follow Him and grow in our faith. When we build our faith on solid ground the Lord will guide us and help us through all the challenges we face. Satan does sometimes tempt us but with God in our hearts we are able to fight against Him and win. When Jesus was tempted by Satan he quoted the Word of God. Luke 4:8 says, “And Jesus answered and said unto him, Get thee behind me, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.” We should be careful not to be self-serving and not put other things before God. It is easy in life to forget God and put other things before Him but we should not do that. When we let God’s spirit lead us He helps us to stay on the right path. Praise God for His love. Amen

1 Corinthians 1:18 says, “For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.” What does that mean? It teaches us that without God in our hearts understanding Christ’s atonement is difficult to say the least. Before, we have accepted Jesus the Gospel seems foolish because we don’t understand what God did for us. When we become saved we are adopted into the family of God and His plan of salvation. As, Christian’s we are able to understand that the cross and sacrifice of Jesus is what Christianity is all about. We learn that God loved us enough He was willing to die for us. When we begin to appreciate Christ’s love for us He begins to open our minds and hearts to understand Him better. Praise God for the cross, for His love for us and for His forgiveness. Amen

2 Corinthians 12:10 says, “That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” What does that mean? We should not be ashamed of our weaknesses, whatever they may be and God is with us. This passage expresses having gratitude for our weaknesses. When we are weak the Power of God often shines. When we are weak God is strong He is greater than our weaknesses and His strength shines through our weaknesses. Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”. It is great news to know that through Christ anything is possible. Amen

Jesus will come back and restore all things. As Christian’s we can look forward to a New Heaven and a New Earth. Revelation 21:1 says, “And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea.” 2 Peter 3:13 says, “Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.” What does all this mean? Right now Satan has some control but God’s plan is to destroy Him. God will make all things perfect just like they were before the fall of Adam. While we do sin as Christian’s with God in our hearts, we can’t be possessed by Satan and there is limited temptation from Him. We should keep in mind even the perfect Jesus went out into the desert and Satan did everything he could to tempt Him but Jesus prevailed and remained without sin. Praise God for salvation, The Holy Spirit and for His love for us. Amen