But Jesus said to him, “No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.”(Luke 9:62 NKJV).
Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”(John 8:31-32 NKJV).
” I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”(Romans 12 :1-2 NKJV).
” For if, after they have escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, they are again entangled in them and overcome, the latter end is worse for them than the beginning. For it would have been better for them not to have known the way of righteousness, than having known it, to turn from the holy commandment delivered to them. But it has happened to them according to the true proverb: “A dog returns to his own vomit,” and, “a sow, having washed, to her wallowing in the mire.”(2 Peter 2:20-22 NKJV).
” For it pleased the Father that in Him all the fullness should dwell, and by Him to reconcile all things to Himself, by Him, whether things on earth or things in heaven, having made peace through the blood of His cross. And you, who once were alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now He has reconciled in the body of His flesh through death, to present you holy, and blameless, and above reproach in His sight— if indeed you continue in the faith, grounded and steadfast, and are not moved away from the hope of the gospel which you heard, which was preached to every creature under heaven, of which I, Paul, became a minister.”(Colossians 1:19-23 NKJV).
”Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. For I rejoiced greatly, when the brethren came and testified of the truth that is in thee, even as thou walkest in the truth. I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.”(3 John 1:2-4 NKJV).
” Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.” [Jude 1: 24-25 NKJV]
“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly, they are ravenous wolves.”(Matthew 7:15 NKJV).
Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world. Hereby know ye the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God: And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world. Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. 1 John 4:1-4
” Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ.”( Colossians 2: 8 NKJV).
” Therefore, be imitators of God as dear children. And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling aroma. But fornication and all uncleanness or covetousness, let it not even be named among you, as is fitting for saints; neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor coarse jesting, which are not fitting, but rather giving of thanks. For this, you know that no fornicator, unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and God. Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things, the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience. Therefore, do not be partakers with them.”( Ephesians 5: 1-7 NKJV).
”Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; Who put darkness for light, and light for darkness; Who put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes, And prudent in their own sight! Woe to men mighty at drinking wine, Woe to men valiant for mixing intoxicating drink, Who justify the wicked for a bribe, And take away justice from the righteous man! Therefore, as the fire devours the stubble, And the flame consumes the chaff, So their root will be as rottenness, And their blossom will ascend like dust; Because they have rejected the law of the Lord of hosts, And despised the word of the Holy One of Israel.” (Isaiah 5:20-24 NKJV).
” Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life. And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season, we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.”(Galatians 6: 7-10 NKJV).
FINALLY
Revelation 21:7-8 NKJV says, [7] He who overcomes shall inherit all things, and I will be his God, and he shall be My son. [8] But the cowardly, unbelieving, abominable, murderers, sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars shall have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.”
”Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.”[ Jude 1:24-25 NKJV]
Fear is a faith exterminator. Therefore, you must feed your faith with the word of God and starve your fear by meditating on God’s word daily. GOD SAYS: “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’( Isaiah 41:10 NKJV).
REMEMBER THIS :”For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind .”(2 Timothy 1: 7 NKJV).
”Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.”(Psalms 23:4 NKJV).
” Therefore, submit to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.” ( James 4: 7-11 NKJV).
” I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”(Romans 12: 1-2 NKJV).
” For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, and being ready to punish all disobedience when your obedience is fulfilled.”(2 Corinthians 10:3-6 NKJV).
I John 4:18 NKJV says: “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear ,because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love.”
Jesus said, in Luke 12:32 “Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” FINALLY, Romans 14:17 says, For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. The Kingdom comes by the Holy Spirit, and the Kingdom of God is also where the rule and reign of God is. Wherever you go, the Kingdom of God goes with you. Angels go with you, and more importantly, God goes with you. Continue to enjoy the righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. That’s the Kingdom of God and a taste of Heaven. Blessed you are and blessed you will always be and to God be all the glory. Amen!
”Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.” [Jude 1:24-25 NKJV]
Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor, and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God. (Exodus 20:8-10a)
II Chronicles 7:14-15 NKJV [14] if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land. [15] Now My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to prayer made in this place.
. Heavenly Father, On this blessed Sunday, we come before You with hearts open to receive Your word and guidance. We seek inspiration from Your timeless truths, as we reflect on the power of Your promises and the wisdom found in Your Word.
As we meditate on these Sunday prayer quotes, we ask for Your Holy Spirit to illuminate their meaning and significance in our lives. May they penetrate our hearts, renew our minds, and stir our souls to deeper faith and devotion.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
Lord, we find solace in this invitation from Jesus. We bring our weariness, burdens, and concerns to You, knowing that You are our source of comfort and rest. Help us release our anxieties and find peace in Your presence.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
Father, we surrender our lives to Your guidance and wisdom. Teach us to trust You wholeheartedly, even when our own understanding falls short. We commit our ways to You, knowing that You will direct our steps and lead us on the path of righteousness.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” – Philippians 4:6
Lord, we lay our worries and anxieties before You. Help us to cultivate a heart of gratitude and faith, knowing that You hear our prayers and provide for our needs. Grant us the strength to cast our cares upon You, finding peace in Your loving arms.
“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord.” – Psalm 150:6
Heavenly Father, we join with all creation in offering praise and adoration to You. With grateful hearts, we declare Your goodness, faithfulness, and unfailing love. May our worship be a fragrant offering to You, as we honor and magnify Your holy name.
Lord, as we reflect on these Sunday prayer quotes, may they inspire us to live lives that reflect Your truth and grace. Empower us to walk in faith, to seek Your will, and to love others as You have loved us.
We offer this prayer with hearts overflowing with gratitude for Your Word and the transformative power it holds. In the name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen 🙏.
Jude 1:24-25 NKJV [24] Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, [25] To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.
The Detriment of Division Among Believers Matt 12:25 Every KINGDOM divided against itself is brought to desolation (misery and destruction); and every CITY or HOUSE divided against itself shall not stand. +Anything that is divided is reduced in value, quantity ,and strength. +Whatever is divided, it becomes weakened and is susceptible to attacks, isolation, and defeat. +Guard yourself against division by walking in the love and unity of the Lord. Philippians 2:2 …that all of you be likeminded, having the SAME LOVE, being of ONE accord, of ONE MIND. +For a more comprehensive study on Love and Unity and the Detriment of Division, you may consult with your Holy Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Amen!
LISTEN CAREFULLY : THERE IS POWER IN AGREEMENT. If you don’t agree with God ,then you can’t walk with Him,nor He with you.
Amos 3:3 NKJV [3] Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 NKJV [9] Two are better than one, Because they have a good reward for their labor. [10] For if they fall, one will lift up his companion. But woe to him who is alone when he falls, For he has no one to help him up. [11] Again, if two lie down together, they will keep warm; But how can one be warm alone? [12] Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him. And a threefold cord is not quickly broken.
1 Corinthians 1:10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.
Hebrews 11:6 NKJV [6] But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.
+++Good communication is KEY to experience victory and success in the Lord. +++Let us all speak the same thing. There is agreement in language. +++No division among us means we all stand in agreement and unity with the same things. +++Perfectly joined together is compatibility. Living together consistently in harmony and conformity to the Word of God. +++The same mind is the mind of Christ, and the same judgment is the same decision. Remember, communication is the basis of life. When communication breaks down, the spirit of confusion (the enemy) will enter. Matthew 5:37 states, But let your communication be, Yes, yea; No, no: for whatsoever is more than these comes of the evil one.
Jude 1:24-25 NKJV [24] Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, [25] To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.
That dumb devil is always trying to mess with your life. He never takes a break unless you fight the good fight of fairh. Just remember that he is the father of lies,and his job is to stel,kill ,and destroy everything that God has blessed you with. DON’T LET HIM.
” For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, and being ready to punish all disobedience when your obedience is fulfilled.” (2 Corinthians 10: 3-6 NKJV).
”Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. [11] Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore, take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints—” (Ephesians 6:10-18 NKJV).
” Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you. To Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen.”( 1 Peter 5:8-11 NKJV).
Jude 1:24-25 NKJV [24] Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, [25] To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.
” This I recall to my mind, Therefore I have hope. Through the Lord’s mercies, we are not consumed because His compassions fail not.” (Lamentation 3: 21-22 NKJV).
” But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (BY GRACE you have been saved), and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, that in the ages to come He might show the exceeding riches of His grace in His kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. For BY GRACE, you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.”(Ephesians 2:4-10 NKJV).
+Grace is God imparting His righteousness, holiness, Holy Spirit, and favor in us, upon us through us by the redemptive of His Son Jesus Christ. +Grace is the God-given ability in us to do all that pertains to life and Godliness. +Grace are spiritual faculties given to us in the form of gifts, talents, and abilities by the Holy Spirit. 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 “Jesus said to the Apostle Paul: MY GRACE IS SUFFICIENT for you: for My strength is made perfect in your weakness. Paul said: Most gladly I will rather glory in my infirmities (weaknesses), that the power of Christ may rest upon me. for when I’m weak, then I’m strong. +We need God’s GRACE today and every day for the rest of our lives. Thank God for His AMAZING GRACE.
”THE GRACE OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST, AND THE LOVE OF GOD, AND THE COMMUNION OF THE HOLY SPIRIT BE WITH YOU ALL. AMEN.” (2 Corinthians 13:14 NKJV).
•Continue to let the WORD of God be the standard for your life. Always LOVING others like Christ Jesus loves us while keeping our faith, trust, and confidence in Him. •BLESSED you are and BLESSED you will always be and to God be all the GLORY. Amen!
Jude 1:24-25 NKJV [24] Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, [25] To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.
All the benefits of prayer empowers our lives. Prayer is not a monologue (just us talking to God). Prayer is a dialogue. We speak to God and God speaks to us. +++Consider putting thanksgiving and praises before your petitions in prayer. +++In prayer it is more important for us to hear God, than for God to hear us. +++In prayer the will of God is more important than our personal desires, Luke 11:1-4. +++In prayer we experienced the presence of God and we develop intimacy with Him. +++In prayer our hearts and minds are in sync with the Heart and Mind of God. +++When we leave prayer we are Informed, instructed and corrected. Our hearts and minds are touched with enlightenment, inspiration, encouragement and strength. Luke 18:1 …men ought always to pray, and not to faint… Continue instant in prayer. Ephesians 6:18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit… +++Blessed you are and blessed you will always be and to God be all the glory. Amen! Enjoy the rest of the day.
Five types of religion in the world: which category are you in?
1. The genuine, authentic, and true Christians. They live by every Word of God in love,truth,Holiness, righteousness, and faith.
Deuteronomy 8:1-3 NKJV [1] “Every commandment which I command you today you must be careful to observe, that you may live and multiply, and go in and possess the land of which the Lord swore to your fathers. [2] And you shall remember that the Lord your God led you all the way these forty years in the wilderness, to humble you and test you, to know what was in your heart, whether you would keep His commandments or not. [3] So He humbled you, allowed you to hunger, and fed you with manna which you did not know nor did your fathers know, that He might make you know that man shall not live by bread alone; but man lives by every word that proceeds from the mouth of the Lord.
Matthew 4:4 NKJV [4] But He answered and said, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.’ ”
John 14:15-17 NKJV [15] “If you love Me, keep My commandments. [16] And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever— [17] the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with you and will be in you.
2. Pseudo Christians, Which consists of all false prophets, who are counterfeit, and fake. Jesus called them wolves in sheep clothing.
Matthew 7:15-20 NKJV [15] “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. [16] You will know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles? [17] Even so, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. [18] A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a bad tree bear good fruit. [19] Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. [20] Therefore, by their fruits you will know them.
Matthew 23:27-29 AMPC [27] Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, pretenders (hypocrites)! For you are like tombs that have been whitewashed, which look beautiful on the outside but inside are full of dead men’s bones and everything impure. [28] Just so, you also outwardly seem to people to be just and upright but inside you are full of pretense and lawlessness and iniquity. [Ps. 5:9.] [29] Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, pretenders (hypocrites)! For you build tombs for the prophets and decorate the monuments of the righteous,
3. Religious Christians, who practice religion and traditions but have no relationship with God.
Mark 7:9-13 NKJV [9] He said to them, “All too well you reject the commandment of God, that you may keep your tradition. [10] For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother’; and, ‘He who curses father or mother, let him be put to death.’ [11] But you say, ‘If a man says to his father or mother, “Whatever profit you might have received from me is Corban”—’ (that is, a gift to God), [12] then you no longer let him do anything for his father or his mother, [13] making the word of God of no effect through your tradition which you have handed down. And many such things you do.”
4. Political Christians who want to be radical through governmental policies .
Amos 3:3 NKJV [3] Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?
Psalms 1:1-6 NKJV [1] Blessed is the man Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path of sinners, Nor sits in the seat of the scornful; [2] But his delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night. [3] He shall be like a tree Planted by the rivers of water, That brings forth its fruit in its season, Whose leaf also shall not wither; And whatever he does shall prosper. [4] The ungodly are not so, But are like the chaff which the wind drives away. [5] Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgment, Nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous. [6] For the Lord knows the way of the righteous, But the way of the ungodly shall perish.
II Corinthians 6:14-17 NKJV [14] Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what communion has light with darkness? [15] And what accord has Christ with Belial? Or what part has a believer with an unbeliever? [16] And what agreement has the temple of God with idols? For you are the temple of the living God. As God has said: “I will dwell in them And walk among them. I will be their God, And they shall be My people.” [17] Therefore “Come out from among them And be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, And I will receive you.”
5. Corporate Christians, who thinks that the church is a business, that they owned and control everything, excluding God out of the everyday decisions, and make it of non- effect for the power and move of God to operate. They ignore or forget that Jesus is the Chief Cornerstone. Is it Jesus’s Church or yours?
Colossians 1:16-18 NKJV [16] For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. [17] And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist. [18] And He is the head of the body, the church, who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He may have the preeminence.
Matthew 7:21-23 NKJV [21] “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. [22] Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?’ [23] And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!’
Matthew 16:17-18 NKJV [17] Jesus answered and said to him, “Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah, for flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but My Father who is in heaven. [18] And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.
I Peter 2:4-10 NKJV [4] Coming to Him as to a living stone, rejected indeed by men, but chosen by God and precious, [5] you also, as living stones, are being built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. [6] Therefore it is also contained in the Scripture, “Behold, I lay in Zion A chief cornerstone, elect, precious, And he who believes on Him will by no means be put to shame.” [7] Therefore, to you who believe, He is precious; but to those who are disobedient, “The stone which the builders rejected Has become the chief cornerstone,” [8] and “A stone of stumbling And a rock of offense.” They stumble, being disobedient to the word, to which they also were appointed. [9] But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; [10] who once were not a people but are now the people of God, who had not obtained mercy but now have obtained mercy.
Jude 1:24-25 NKJV [24] Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, [25] To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.
” Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. He who does not love does not know God, for God is love. In this, the love of God was manifested toward us, that God has sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him. In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one has seen God at any time. If we love one another, God abides in us, and His love has been perfected in us.
By this, we know that we abide in Him, and He in us, because He has given us of His Spirit. And we have seen and testified that the Father has sent the Son as Savior of the world. Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he is in God. And we have known and believed the love that God has for us. God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God and God in him. Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness in the day of judgment; because as He is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love. We love Him because He first loved us. If someone says, “I love God,” and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who does not love his brother whom he has seen, how can he love God whom he has not seen? And this commandment we have from Him: that he who loves God must love his brother also.”(1 John 4:7-21 NKJV).
Proverbs 8:17-18 AMPC says this : [17] I love those who love me, and those who seek me early and diligently shall find me. [I Sam. 2:30; Ps. 91:14; John 14:21; James 1:5.] [18] Riches and honor are with me, enduring wealth and righteousness (uprightness in every area and relation, and right standing with God). [Prov. 3:16; Matt. 6:33.] [20] I [Wisdom] walk in the way of righteousness (moral and spiritual rectitude in every area and relation), in the midst of the paths of justice, [18] Riches and honor are with me, Enduring riches and righteousness. [19] My fruit is better than gold, yes, than fine gold, And my revenue than choice silver. [21] That I may cause those who love me to inherit wealth, That I may fill their treasuries. [22] “The Lord possessed me at the beginning of His way, Before His works of old. [23] I have been established from everlasting, From the beginning, before there was ever an earth.
However, Ephesians 2:4-6 NKJV puts it this way: [4] But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, [5] even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), [6] and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus,
Then John 14:15 NKJV says : [15] “If you love Me, keep My commandments.
1 John 2:15 warns us : Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 1 John 3:17 But whoever has this world’s goods, and sees his brother have need, and shuts up his heart of compassion from him, how dwells the love of God in him? The evidence of love is demonstrated in Giving, Caring, Sharing, and Compassion. Love gives to others at the expense and sacrifice of self. -Lust and hate always seek to get and take from others to satisfy themselves. These kind of individuals always seek to satisfy themselves at the expense of others. People are to be loved and not to be used. Things are to be used and not to be loved. -Beware of those who love things and use people, and especially beware of those who use people to get the things they love. +++Let the Word of God be the standard for your life. Blessed you are and blessed you will always be and to God be all the glory. Amen!
Jude 1:24-25 NKJV [24] Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, And to present you faultless Before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy, [25] To God our Savior, Who alone is wise, Be glory and majesty, Dominion and power, Both now and forever. Amen.
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