by Ray Viola | Aug 13, 2021 | Devotionals
Psalm 71:3,5 Be thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may continually resort: thou hast given commandment to save me; for thou art my rock and my fortress. For thou art my hope, O Lord GOD: thou art my trust from my youth. The Psalmist declares that The Lord is my...
by Ray Viola | Aug 12, 2021 | Devotionals
So often when we read the Scriptures we have a preconceived notion about things. One of those ideas, at least for me, revolves around the man Samson. When our children were young they had among their toys a “Samson” figure. Bulging muscles (step aside, Arnold!) and...
by Ray Viola | Aug 11, 2021 | Devotionals
Isaiah 57:15 For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name [is] Holy; I dwell in the high and holy [place], with him also [that is] of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the...
by Ray Viola | Jul 31, 2021 | Devotionals
Jesus Christ never changes. Although He is not with us physically, He is indeed with us literally, as A. W. Tozer said. He is with the child of God personally, and He is with us when we assemble together. Meditate upon these facts until they soak your entire soul with...
by Ray Viola | Jul 30, 2021 | Contemporary Christianity
The Greek word Koinonia contains within it the meaning “fellowship” or “sharing”. One of the most vital elements of Christian development is when the saints meet together. Of course we gather in our larger corporate settings for worship and study of Scriptures, but it...