Christ’s Abundant Conduits of Comfort
God provides us with multiple conduits of comfort in Christ. Some additional thoughts on 2 Cor. 1:3-5....
Keep ReadingFebruary 24, 2024 by Mike Sciarra
Love the Lord not the world....
November 18, 2023 by Mike Sciarra
Dear Christian, we seem too often to wrongly think that everything and everyone must align to please us, or all is loss and everything is a failure. This is painful idolatry and must be replaced with sincere worship....
September 2, 2023 by Mike Sciarra
When Jesus changes your heart, your motives and affections and desires change....
August 21, 2023 by Mike Sciarra
Rejoicing in Regeneration and Hope ...
August 18, 2023 by Mike Sciarra
People wonder all the time if they are really a believer. Sometimes other people see a person who says they are Christian and wonder if that is a true profession of faith. This can be for any number of reasons. But there is one specific way found in 2 Timothy 2:19 where are you can know if a person is truly a Christian....
August 17, 2023 by Mike Sciarra
Let’s pattern our baptisms and church membership as closely to the scriptural pattern as we can. Let's link baptism and church membership more closely. Let's see them as part of a unified process to glorify God, build up believers, and reach the world....
July 28, 2023 by Mike Sciarra
As we live a Christ-honoring life… Pure gospel living looks different than posing for pictures It stands in stark contrast to life lived under lights A sovereign God changes our motives The authoritative Word renews our minds ...
May 20, 2023 by Mike Sciarra
As I am alive, raised, and seated with Christ by God’s grace… 5 ongoing outcomes I observe about God’s grace towards me....
February 23, 2023 by Mike Sciarra
Has life put a lot of mileage on you? Are you weighed down by the toll it has taken? Are you weary? Are you troubled? Do you feel hopeless? There is hope of forgiveness in Jesus....
May 10, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Tags: Comfort in affliction, comfort in Christ, conduits of comfort
God provides us with multiple conduits of comfort in Christ. Some additional thoughts on 2 Cor. 1:3-5....
Keep ReadingMay 3, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Tags: Christian citizenship, obeying governing authorities, glorifying God
Jonathon Edwards on Christian Citizenship. Six important things to bear in mind....
Keep ReadingMay 3, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Tags: Civil disobedience for Christians, obeying governing authorities
For Christians, Civil Obedience is the norm. Civil Disobedience is the exception. Sometimes it becomes necessary to disobey civil rulers. ...
Keep ReadingApril 28, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Category: Looking to Jesus blog | Tags: Relational friction during crisis, getting along at home during pandemic, Coronavirus and relationships, gospel answers to common problems
This Coronavirus crisis, especially the shelter-in-place aspect, has affected many relationships. It has tested many families and friendships. An over-abundance of stress and frazzled nerves, plus dwelling in closer quarters, almost always results in increased friction. If we are honest, we have all contributed. How can you make a positive, godly impact in your home, churc...
Keep ReadingApril 20, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Tags: Doing the Word, finding pleasure in God, Gospel
Take the opportunity to find your pleasure in God today, rather than wallowing in self-pity, or pontificating about your opinions. Read Hebrews 13:1-19 and see how many exhortations you can practice during this shelter-in-place, social distancing, quarantine time....
Keep ReadingApril 14, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Tags: holidays, daily significance of Easter
It is easy to miss the point of significant days; to get so emotionally attached to an event we miss their daily importance. ...
Keep ReadingApril 13, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Tags: Why is the resurrection so important, most important event in history
The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is the most important event in history....
Keep ReadingApril 10, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Tags: Good Friday, Christ’s suffering, resurrection, agony of the cross
Good Friday starts in seeming defeat, yet leads to victory on Resurrection Sunday. Christ’s separation and suffering led to the greatest victory imaginable....
Keep ReadingApril 7, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Tags: Navigating Coronavirus Wisely, Foolishness, Wisdom
Opinions on how to respond right now are many. The right and wrong of all this is really tricky. Some are more clear cut and all are wisdom issues....
Keep ReadingMarch 20, 2020 by Mike Sciarra | Tags: Homebound helps, Relationships, family devotions
You’re homebound now. If it’s not a regular occurrence you might be getting cabin fever. If you’re not used to it you might be getting annoyed with one another. Especially when the schedule gets so upended. What can you do?...
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