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  1. Christsfreeservant

    Not with Words of Flattery

    1 Thessalonians 2:1-2 ESV “For you yourselves know, brothers, that our coming to you was not in vain. But though we had already suffered and been shamefully treated at Philippi, as you know, we had boldness in our God to declare to you the gospel of God in the midst of much conflict.” When we...
  2. Christsfreeservant

    Is Something Strange Happening?

    Video Talk 1 Peter 4:12-16 ESV “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed. If you...
  3. Christsfreeservant

    Justified by Faith in Jesus Christ

    Romans 5:1-2 ESV “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God.” What does it mean to be justified by...
  4. Christsfreeservant

    Suffering is For Our Good

    Psalms 119:92-94 ESV “If your law had not been my delight, I would have perished in my affliction. I will never forget your precepts, for by them you have given me life. I am yours; save me, for I have sought your precepts.” We all go through stuff. None of us are immune from...
  5. Christsfreeservant

    Lacking in Nothing

    James 1:2-4,12 ESV “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” “Blessed is the man who remains...
  6. Christsfreeservant

    God is our Refuge and Strength

    Psalms 46:1-3,10-11 ESV “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling...
  7. Christsfreeservant

    When our Minds Play Tricks on Us

    Psalms 56:1-4 ESV Satan (the devil) is the arch enemy of Jesus Christ, and of his gospel, and of all who follow Jesus Christ with their lives, in truth. He is like a roaring lion who prowls about seeking someone to devour. And so we need to be alert and serious-minded so that we can pray, and...
  8. Christsfreeservant

    Life Has Its Trials

    Life has its trials, sometimes they are many, And sometimes it feels as some folks not got any. We never do know, though, what others go through, For we don’t live with them, don’t know what they do. But many are those filled with heartaches galore, While so many others their pain they ignore...
  9. Christsfreeservant

    Don't Let Handicaps Get You Down

    I’m sharing this here with you from my time of personal devotions with my Lord Jesus Christ, for your encouragement. Sue Love Psalms 20:1-3 ESV “May the Lord answer you in the day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob protect you! May he send you help from the sanctuary and give...
  10. Christsfreeservant

    Minds Stayed on Christ

    I’m sharing this here with you from my time of personal devotions with my Lord Jesus Christ, for your encouragement. Sue Love Isaiah 26:1-2 ESV “In that day this song will be sung in the land of Judah: ‘We have a strong city; he sets up salvation as walls and bulwarks. Open the gates...
  11. Christsfreeservant

    Even if Everyone Laughs

    I’m sharing this here with you from my time of personal devotions with my Lord Jesus Christ, for your encouragement. Sue Love Philippians 1:27-30 ESV “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are...
  12. Christsfreeservant

    No Longer for Human Passions

    I’m sharing this here with you from my time of personal devotions with my Lord Jesus Christ, for your encouragement. Sue Love 1 Peter 4:1-2 ESV “Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from...
  13. Christsfreeservant

    Called According to His Purpose

    I’m sharing this here with you from my time of personal devotions with my Lord Jesus Christ, for your encouragement. Sue Love Romans 8:12-14 ESV “So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by...
  14. J

    Pain, Suffering and Trial

    Each believer is going through something of their own. Whether it is spiritual pain, physical or mental, we all suffer. Christ suffered much more and He knows the pain you are going through. Will you come to Him with your need? Watch the latest short message of hope below.
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  15. Christsfreeservant

    Pain and Suffering

    Pain and suff’ring, be like Jesus Who from our sins He did free us. Complications, not vacations, Is our status, is what frees us. “How so,” you may ask, “Do now tell How our suff’ring frees us from hell?” In our suff’ring die now to sin So that vict’ry in Christ you’ll win. Share with Jesus...
  16. Christsfreeservant

    Resist the Devil, Firm in Your Faith

    I’m sharing this here with you from my time of personal devotions with my Lord Jesus Christ, for your encouragement. Sue Love 1 Peter 5:6-11 ESV “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because...
  17. G

    Why does God allow suffering? Bear in mind, those that don't need a perfect distraction, suffer less

    Hello, There are so many ways to answer that God does everything He can to avoid or abate suffering, that it can seem like no one has a definitive answer. However, we can start to understand that God is in the midst of suffering. For example, that God is able to distract us from suffering. The...
  18. Christsfreeservant

    Who Remain Steadfast Under Trial

    I’m sharing this here with you from my time of personal devotions with my Lord Jesus Christ, for your encouragement. Sue Love James 1:2-4 ESV “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let...
  19. Through the Shadow

    Please Pray for my Sick Brother

    Hello everyone. Please pray for my brother. He is 25 and he has been suffering for years. He has severe GERD which makes him unable to eat properly, as well as thyroid problems. The GERD gives him chronic laryngitis, makes it hard for him to sleep, he is losing a lot of weight, and he...
  20. Christsfreeservant

    Make Me to Know Your Ways, O Lord

    I’m sharing this here with you from my time of personal devotions with my Lord Jesus Christ, for your encouragement. Sue Love Psalms 25:4-5, 8-10 ESV “Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation...
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