by Ray Viola | Oct 10, 2022 | Devotionals
Psalm 107:17 Fools because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted. Psalm 34:19 Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all. Scripture clearly makes notable distinctions regarding the cause or...
by Ray Viola | Jul 30, 2022 | Devotionals
As we begin another year, we embark into uncharted and uncertain territory in the pursuit of the will of God. Face it, even though we belong to Jesus, we have no absolute certainty of what each new day will bring. Generally speaking, ‘there is nothing new under...
by Ray Viola | Jul 29, 2022 | Devotionals
Felix the Roman governor was intrigued by the apostle Paul’s testimony; so much so that he sent for him to hear more about his faith in Jesus Christ. Never underestimate the power of God’s word, saints! I wonder how many Christians suffer from...
by Ray Viola | Jul 28, 2022 | Devotionals
Moses was one of the mightiest vessels of the Lord. He was indeed a man of faith, but he was also a man of fruit. However, like Elijah, he was a man subject to the passions and temptations in life like every one of us. For example, he had a problem with anger, as...
by Ray Viola | Jul 27, 2022 | Contemporary Christianity
Scripture uses nature to teach us many lessons. For example, Christians are likened to farmers. Some plant, some water but it is ‘God who gives the increase’ What a challenge! You and I can be implements used in the Lord’s garden. And for each task there is a season....