by Pastor Ray Viola | Mar 24, 2023 | Contemporary Christianity
In 2 Corinthians 2:1-11 this morning, Paul is concerned that the saints at Corinth are falling right into Satan’s hands by refusing to forgive the repentant individual who was a cause of great pain and harm to them. That concern of Paul is a valid concern for us...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Mar 23, 2023 | Devotionals
Biblical salvation is God’s work from start to finish. It is a gift from God, not of works lest any man should boast (Ephesians 2:8-9). Our reading from Corinthians this morning shatters any works-based or ritual-based redemption (1 Corinthians 1:29-31). If...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Mar 22, 2023 | Devotionals
In 2 Corinthians 1:12-24 we read the beginning of Paul’s defense against those who questioned his character and ministry. Due to changes in his travel plans, there were individuals (whom Paul later called, “false brethren” – 2 Corinthians 11:26) who began to...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Mar 21, 2023 | Devotionals
This morning I am teaching what I believe to be a much-needed word in season from the Risen Lord of Glory, Jesus Christ. We will be looking at the message that Jesus sent to the church at Ephesus (Revelation 2:1-7). This is the church that Paul founded, by the grace...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Mar 20, 2023 | Corinthians
2 Corinthians 13:11 Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you. It has been said that the body of Christ is the most glorious dysfunctional family on planet earth. The...