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Chosen

So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen – Matthew 20:16

Although we have been chosen by God to be joint heirs with Jesus Christ, it doesn’t exclude us from suffering or hardships in life. Read More

Going Through the Process

My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers (various trials) temptations, knowing this, that the trying (testing) of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire (complete) wanting nothing – James 1:2-4.

In the process of spiritual growth, sometimes it may seem as though we’re in prison; on every side, there are distresses. The more we try to do good, the more trouble comes our way. We can’t really know the depth of our character until we see how we react under pressure. Read More

Believe and Receive

Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire when ye pray, believe that ye received them, and ye shall have them – Mark 11:24

Too often, as Christians, we place our faith in people rather than placing our faith in God and His Word. We depend on people to get what we want in life; we think if we know a certain group of people, we will be successful, but success comes through our efforts and faith. Read More