by MJR | Sep 17, 2021 | Genuine Hope
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.Romans 12:21 Sometimes the circumstances of our lives can be more than a little overwhelming, can’t it? I know there have been times when I’ve felt the pressure mounting and it seems that the evil of...
by MJR | Sep 16, 2021 | Genuine Hope
“Do I not destroy my enemies when I make them my friends?” Abraham Lincoln Most of us would like to see our enemies destroyed (maybe not literally), but have we considered Lincoln’s view of destruction? If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably...
by MJR | Sep 15, 2021 | Genuine Hope
Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be conceited. Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to...
by MJR | Sep 14, 2021 | Genuine Hope
Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality.Romans 12:13 Healthy relationships are generous relationships. Wouldn’t you agree? Any other kind of relationship is dependent on a certain kind of reciprocity, a quid pro quo if you will. So, a...
by MJR | Sep 13, 2021 | Genuine Hope
Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying.Romans 12:12 I do not know who said it, but consider this thought – “If you only pray when you’re in trouble, you’re in trouble.” Trouble comes in a variety of...
by MJR | Sep 10, 2021 | Genuine Hope
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.Romans 12:11 If someone asked you to describe your greatest passion in life, what would your answer be? What is the first thing that comes to mind? If you’re reading this you probably...