January 2025 Renew a Right Spirit Within Me
Psalms 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.
In the Strong's Concordance Bible, the word clean (reference # 2889 in the Hebrew section) means morally pure. The word right (reference # 3559 in the Hebrew section) means faithful, stable, and perfect.
God is a Spirit and is holy. When we worship God, we must worship him in spirit and in truth. We must have a clean heart (without sin) for God to hear our prayers.
John 4:24
God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.
1 Peter 3:12
For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil.
Psalms 99:9
Exalt the LORD our God, and worship at his holy hill; for the LORD our God is holy.
A believer who has repented and been baptized in the name of God the Father, the Son, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit, strives to keep a clean heart while living in these flesh bodies.
God forgives us when we confess our sins and cleanses us from all unrighteousness.
1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
John 15:3
Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you.
What does it take to keep a right spirit with God?
It takes knowledge of God's laws and discipline to keep them. Remember, sin is an act of rebellion against God. God hates sin for he is holy.
The flesh body ages while the spiritual body is renewed by God if we do what we are supposed to do based on biblical principles. The spiritual body is eternal if we have lived right based on the word of God. The spiritual body is the intellect of the soul.
Romans 12:1-2
I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God.
The bible says in Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 that we are to fear (revere) God and keep his commandments. This is the whole duty of man.
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man.
14 For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil.
What is sin?
According to the King James Bible version, the biblical definition of sin is found in 1 John 3:4: "Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law."
When we sin, we break the law of God. We will always sin as long as we are in these flesh bodies. It is important to know what the law of God is so we can make moral decisions that align with the law of God.
Romans 3:23
For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God.
1 Thessalonians 4:7
For God hath not called us unto uncleanness, but unto holiness.
What are the nine characteristics of the fruit of the Spirit?
When we crucify the flesh and put into practice the nine characteristics of the fruit of the Spirit, then we live and walk in the Spirit. When the Holy Spirit works in our lives, then we can recognize the temptations of Satan and avoid sin by putting on the whole armour of God.
In Galatians 5:22-23, the bible tells us that the nine characteristics of the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, goodness, faithfulness, and self-control.
Galatians 5:24-26
24 And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts.
25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.
26 Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another.
How to conduct yourself.
Conduct, conversation, and attitude should be like Jesus Christ.
Philippians 4: 8
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
We are the body of Christ.
Ask the LORD to help you walk holy, to be sanctified, to demonstrate the life of Christ.
1 Timothy 4:12
Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
SUMMARY
The Lord Jesus Christ gave us examples to study in the bible so that we can be learned of the commandments and the ways of God. To serve God is to do the will of God and not our own. Study what sin is in the bible. Repent of your sins when you do them. Keep a clean heart so your prayers are answered by God. Renew a right spirit within you with God's help. God is loving, merciful, and forgiving.
Words of wisdom
2 Corinthians 4:18
While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.
February 2025 - Hope
Hope that is seen, is not hope.
According to the Bible, hope that is seen, is not hope. There has to be a confident expectation of the promises of God and a choice to trust in God's words.
Romans 8:24
For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for?
What does "Hope" look like?
Romans 15:13
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Spirit.
We know that the symbols of hope in the Bible are represented by the cross, the Rock, the rainbow, the anchor, and the dove.
The cross represents a symbol of hope where love, salvation, and redemption are manifested in Jesus Christ who died on the cross to pay the atonement for our sins so that we could be saved and have eternal life.
1 John 4:10
Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.
The Rock represents a symbol of hope in Jesus Christ and his testimony. The testimony of Jesus Christ is if you have the Son, you have Life; if you don’t have the Son, you don’t have Life.
1 Corinthians 10:4
And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ.
1 John 5:11
And this is the testimony that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life.
John 14:6
I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life: no one comes to the Father except by Me.
The rainbow represents a symbol of hope that God's covenant is an everlasting covenant with every living creature of all flesh. He promised that the waters would no more become a flood to destroy all flesh upon the earth.
Genesis 9:15-17
15 And I will remember my covenant, which is between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh.
16 And the bow shall be in the cloud; and I will look upon it, that I may remember the everlasting covenant between God and every living creature of all flesh that is upon the earth.
17 And God said unto Noah, This is the token of the covenant, which I have established between me and all flesh that is upon the earth.
The anchor represents a symbol of hope and steadfastness. The anchor has long been associated with overcoming adversity, stability, safety, resilience, confidence, and strength.
Hebrew 6:19-20
19 Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil;
20 Whither the forerunner is for us entered, even Jesus, made an high priest forever after the order of Melchisedec.
The dove represents a symbol of hope through peace, reconciliation, and new beginnings. In the Bible, the symbol for the Holy Spirit is a dove representing the presence of God.
Matthew 3:16
And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him.
Genesis 8:11
11 And the dove came in to him in the evening; and, lo, in her mouth was an olive leaf pluckt off: so Noah knew that the waters were abated from off the earth.
What is an example of hope in the Bible?
When we are tested by God, we hope to endure the test so that we will be obedient and pleasing to God. Then we will receive God's blessings. The reason for the tests of life is so God can watch your behavior in difficult times and decide if you can serve him. Can God count on you in difficult times or are you a quitter?
One example of hope is the story of Job.
Job 17:15
And where is now my hope? as for my hope, who shall see it?
AI Overview puts into perspective the need for hope in God's strength, protection, encouragement, and comfort in hard times.
The key lesson from the story of Job regarding hope is that even in the face of immense suffering and hardship, one can maintain faith and hope in God, trusting that He is in control and will ultimately bring justice and restoration, even when the reasons for suffering are unclear or seemingly unjust; essentially, holding onto hope despite difficult circumstances is a testament to one's faith.
Key points about Job and hope:
Stedfast faith
Despite losing everything, Job never abandoned his belief in God, demonstrating the power of deep faith in the midst of adversity.
Hope in the unfamiliar
Even when Job couldn't understand why he was suffering, he still held onto the hope that God had a plan and would eventually vindicate him.
Looking beyond the present
Job's hope was anchored in the belief that there was a life after death where God would ultimately set things right.
Hope deferred maketh the heart sick.
Hope deferred in the rebuilding and recovery of Los Angeles will make the wildfire victims feel sad and discouraged because they have to wait so long for something they really want. Eventually when the people achieve their desire of a new home and community, it will bring immense joy and satisfaction to them.
Proverbs 13:12
Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.
Verses on "Hope" for these last days.
Romans 12:12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer.
1 Thessalonians 5:8 But let us, who are of the day, be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love; and for a helmet, the hope of salvation.
Romans 5:5 And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Spirit which is given unto us.
Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.
Psalm 27:14 Wait and hope for and expect the Lord.
Psalms 39:7 And now, Lord, what wait I for? my hope is in thee.
Psalms 33:22 Let thy mercy, O LORD, be upon us, according as we hope in thee.
Galatians 5:5 For we through the Spirit wait for the hope of righteousness by faith.
Jeremiah 17:17 Be not a terror unto me: thou art my hope in the day of evil.
Psalms 119:114 Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.
Psalms 16:9 Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope.
Psalms 31:24 Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.
Proverbs 26:12 Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him.
1 Corinthians 13:13 And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.
SUMMARY
The bible says in Daniel 12:1:
"And at that time shall Michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people: and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation even to that same time: and at that time thy people shall be delivered, every one that shall be found written in the book."
Words of wisdom
We have hope for the return of the true Rock, Jesus Christ, at the last trumpet (the seventh trumpet) to deliver us from Satan and his followers at the end of this age.
Titus 3:7
That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
Titus 1:2
In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began.
March 2025 - Your Redemption Draws Near
Where are we in the dispensations of God's dealings with men? Is our redemption drawing near?
Referencing the Companion Bible, the authorized version of 1611, published by Kregel Publications, we read the 195th appendix explaining in detail the different ages and dispensations of God's dealings with men. There are seven times or dispensations; each with its own beginning and end, except No. 7, which is without end for it is the eternal state of glory. We have completed the first, second, and third dispensations. We are in the fourth dispensation beginning with the period of grace and ending with the "day of the Lord".
What things will begin to come to pass?
Referencing Luke 21:28
And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.
The disciples wanted to know from Jesus when shall these things be? and what sign will there be when these things shall come to pass?
As a watchman, we are to watch for the following things in Luke 21:8-11.
Many antichrists will be saying, “I am Christ” but do not be deceived and follow them.
8 And he said, Take heed that ye be not deceived: for many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and the time draweth near: go ye not therefore after them.
Wars and rumors of wars; the end is not yet, so do not be terrified.
9 But when ye shall hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first come to pass; but the end is not by and by.
10 Then said he unto them, Nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom:
11 And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and pestilences; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven.
Luke 21:32 "that thy faith fail not."
Read this example below carefully when Peter three times denies that he knew Jesus. Many of us are going to be delivered up for not going along with the One World System which will ultimately lead to worshipping Satan as God in Jerusalem.
Luke 21:31-34
31 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat:
32 But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.
33 And he said unto him, Lord, I am ready to go with thee, both into prison, and to death.
34 And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me.
Peter was very confident in his love for Jesus Christ. He said he would even be ready to go with Jesus, both into prison and to death. Satan wanted to prove to God that Peter was overly confident and full of pride. And that when the time came for Jesus to be arrested and crucified, Peter's fear would overtake his faith, and he would deny that he knew Jesus three times just before the cock crowed that day.
Satan is the accuser of the brethren. Satan knows that if he attacks you spiritually (sift you as wheat), your faith will be challenged, and you will fail due to fear. Peter's loyalty and courage failed miserably causing Peter to deny Jesus three times after the arrest (Luke 22:54-62). But by God’s mercy, Peter repented and wept bitterly over his sin.
Be prepared to follow God's words in the Bible exactly what you are to do when you are delivered up.
You are a threat to the establishment of the One World System if you do not participate in it. God has given you instructions of what to do when you are delivered up so you will NOT COMMIT the unpardonable sin and burn in the lake of fire.
Luke 21:12-15
12 But before all these, they shall lay their hands on you, and persecute you, delivering you up to the synagogues, and into prisons, being brought before kings and rulers for my name's (the true Jesus Christ) sake.
13 And it shall turn to you for a testimony.
14 Settle it therefore in your hearts, not to meditate before what ye shall answer:
15 For I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which all your adversaries shall not be able to gainsay nor resist.
The Holy Spirit will speak through you and give you the words to be spoken just like in Acts 2:1-4.
1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.
2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting.
3 And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them.
4 And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.
God will allow us to be tested.
As believers in Jesus Christ, God will allow us to be tested to see if we will fail like Peter when sifted as wheat by Satan. The Bible says the world will worship Satan (the antichrist) and engage in his One World System.
The peer pressure to conform will be great.
Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary defines peer pressure as a feeling that one must do the same things as other people in order to be liked or respected by them.
Luke 21:16-17
16 And ye shall be betrayed both by parents, and brethren, and kinsfolks, and friends; and some of you shall they cause to be put to death.
17 And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake.
John 15:18
If the world hates you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you.
Being overly confident and full of pride can cause us to fail. We might think that not worshipping Satan (the antichrist) and not participating in his one world system will be a piece of cake. But the peer pressure to conform will be so great that most Christians and the world will conform to the One World System and worship Satan (the antichrist). You will not be able to hold a job, purchase the necessities of life, or have shelter over your head, etc.
Why would a Christian believer worship Satan as antichrist in Jerusalem in the last days? It goes against everything we have been taught and believe. Fear can cause us to do things we otherwise might not do.
2 Thessalonians 2:4
Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he (Satan as antichrist) as God sitteth in the temple of God, showing himself that he is God.
SUMMARY
Trusting in yourself leads to failure. Overcoming through faith is crucial as a Christian. Believers are empowered to trust in God's promises, rely on His strength, and persevere through trials, ultimately experiencing His deliverance and provision.
God gives us the confidence to stand firmly on "The True Rock" which is Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. He promises that not a hair on your head will perish. Do Not Worship Satan, the antichrist.
Luke 21:18
18 But there shall not a hair on your head perish.
Remember God's Plan of Redemption will be fulfilled.
Luke 21:22
22 For these be the days of vengeance, that all things which are written may be fulfilled.
Words of wisdom
Luke 21:28
28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.
April 2025 - Patience
God, the creator, has given humanity, the creation, only so much time to live on earth.
We have had 4,000 years BC and 2,000 years AD. We are coming to the end of this age. All the signs to watch, for the return of Jesus Christ, are spoken of in the Bible. Read Matthew 24, Mark 13, Luke 21,and the book of Revelation.
James 1:3
Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.
What is patience?
Patience is a skill that is developed over one's lifetime. Not everyone will take the time to develop it. It takes endurance, discipline, positive attitude, awareness, resilience, compassion, emotional stability, intelligence, power, love, and sound mind.
In trials and tribulations, patience is observed by God, to see how you will respond. Will you wait for God or get frustrated and do your own thing in your own timing? How you handle trials and tribulations will depend on how much patience you have developed. God has a plan and will fulfill that plan by using obedient and patient servants.
Romans 8:25
But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it.
Psalms 37:7
Rest in the LORD and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.
Patience is a virtue and is one of the nine virtues mentioned in Galatians 5:22-23.
According to the copilot answer, the phrase "patience is a virtue" means the ability to wait calmly without frustration is a valuable quality. It emphasizes that patience is a skill worth developing, as it is often difficult to master and can lead to better outcomes in life.
Galatians 5:22-23
22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, goodness, faithfulness, and self-control.
Hebrews 6:12
That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
Nothing lasts forever.
What is the best way to develop patience? By remembering that "nothing lasts forever". So, when you get frustrated and want to quit; stop and remember "nothing lasts forever".
Get grounded, focus on God, and remember life is a race to the finish line. God dislikes quitters and cannot use them as servants because they are unreliable.
We know that "nothing lasts forever" and so be patient and wait for the LORD and he will answer your prayer with Yes, No, or Wait. The outcome with the LORD is always better. Be patient.
Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
1 Corinthians 13:7
Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
You must have patience to wait for the LORD.
Life is about waiting for the LORD. When you study the Bible, there are people who have displayed patience in their difficult and challenging situations. You can read about Job, Noah, Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David, Hannah, and Simeon who waited for God's timing. Learn from them. Take the time to develop PATIENCE. You will not regret it.
Psalms 130:5
I wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.
Psalms 27:14
Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.
Isaiah 30:18
And therefore will the LORD wait, that he may be gracious unto you, and therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you: for the LORD is a God of judgment: blessed are all they that wait for him.
Psalms 59:9
Because of his strength will I wait upon thee: for God is my defense.
Psalms 62:5
My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him.
Lamentations 3:26
It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the LORD.
Psalms 25:5
Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day.
Psalms 37:9
For evildoers shall be cut off: but those that wait upon the LORD, they shall inherit the earth.
SUMMARY
We are approaching the end of the age. Seek God before it is too late. Serve God with a willing spirit and you shall reap the rewards. Develop the patience you will need to endure the end of this age and be an overcomer. Wait for the seventh trumpet when the true Jesus Christ will return. Will your name be written in the book of life? Will you be ready for eternity described in Revelation chapters 21 and 22?
God's promise to us is the new covenant.
Hebrews 8:10-11
10 For this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, saith the Lord; I will put my laws into their mind, and write them in their hearts: and I will be to them a God, and they shall be to me a people:
11 And they shall not teach every man his neighbor, and every man his brother, saying, Know the Lord: for all shall know me, from the least to the greatest.
Words of wisdom
Luke 21:36
Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man.
Habakkuk 2:3
For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.
Come quickly, dear Lord Jesus, come quickly.