by Pastor Ray Viola | Feb 20, 2024 | Contemporary Christianity
The body of Christ is called a family. We are one body and one family. Our “oneness” stems from Jesus’ brokenness on behalf of us all. Satan knows that a house divided cannot stand, and thus he is constantly seeking to sow division5 and discord. So as we break bread...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Feb 19, 2024 | Contemporary Christianity
There are some key Scriptural passages that we would do well to heed in light of current trends in the evangelical circuit. These verses contain a singular, all-encompassing command of Christ to “watch”. The Greek word used in this command means, “to keep awake; rouse...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Feb 18, 2024 | Devotionals
Does being a Christian eliminate frustration, disappointment, and difficulties in this life? In the sense that we see their existence as temporal, yes, praise Jesus! And we know that they will be completely done away with in the future. However, the fact of life is...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Feb 17, 2024 | Contemporary Christianity
We all experience weariness at times. Because of the many demands that assault us daily, we have a tendency to wear down quickly. Also, there is a physical weariness that is a direct result of hard labor, and that kind of wear and tear, within Biblical limitations, is...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Feb 16, 2024 | Devotionals
Let’s talk about prayer. “What is prayer?” some ask. Basically, prayer is communication between God and man; a two-way conversation. Prayer is not a particular bodily posture. It’s not always done with folded hands and closed eyes. (I like to pray when I jog or ride...