by Ray Viola | Jul 24, 2026 | Devotionals
God is mentioned over 30 times in the creation account. He existed before the universe was created. Thus, a very basic principle of life is that man as created by God and for His purposes. It is only in surrendering to God that man finds real meaning and purpose for...
by Ray Viola | Jul 20, 2026 | Devotionals
Proverbs 19.11 The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression. One of the most compelling evidences of the new birth, is the ability to forgive those who have hurt you or wronged you. Forgiveness in a fallen world is...
by Ray Viola | Jul 3, 2026 | Contemporary Christianity
Paul exhorted the believers in Ephesus to “dress properly” when they gathered together in the Name of Jesus. Ephesus was a city where sexual promiscuity and outward appearance ruled. Paul wanted these saints to know that Jesus redeems had redeemed them out...
by Ray Viola | Jun 21, 2026 | Devotionals
“Beware therefore, lest that come upon you, which is spoken of in the prophets: ‘Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you.’ ” (Acts 13:40-41) Isn’t it...
by Ray Viola | Jun 11, 2026 | Devotionals
One of the greatest needs in the body of Christ is Spirit-filled men who fear God. The Bible tells us that men are to love their wives as Christ loves His bride the church (Ephesians 5:25-29). The Bible also tells us that we are to bring up our children in the nurture...