by Pastor Ray Viola | Aug 4, 2023 | Devotionals
“As he thinks in his heart, so is he.” How interesting – the connection between our heart and our thinking. Renewing our mind is vital for spiritual health. The mind that we are to seek is the mind of Christ, the mind of the Spirit. Before our new birth in...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Aug 3, 2023 | Devotionals
The word contentment is a rare jewel in today’s world. Sad to say, it is equally rare amongst the Bride of Christ. To be content carries the idea of being satisfied. Paul said that he learned to be content. Well, if he learned how to be content, the implication is...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Aug 2, 2023 | Contemporary Christianity
Jesus said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Of course we would all agree this is true intellectually, but have we discovered the truth of this scripture personally and experientially? Our example of giving is our gracious, loving heavenly Father. To...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Aug 1, 2023 | Devotionals
As I was riding my bike recently, I passed by a town sign with the slogan, “Where Life Is Worth Living”. I couldn’t help questioning that statement as I rode on my merry old way. However, I realized that if a person, town, or country is not looking to Jesus as the...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Jul 31, 2023 | Devotionals
A study of the attributes of God is both edifying and terrifying. The God of Scripture cannot be fooled, tricked, bribed or manipulated. The Creator of the universe knows each of us better than we know ourselves. David, who knew the Lord as his Shepherd, requested...