by Pastor Ray Viola | May 10, 2024 | Devotionals
We are ever being taught by God’s Spirit to walk by faith, and not by sight. Faith sees what the natural eye doesn’t. How important it is for us to grasp this key to a steady walk with Jesus. I was reminded of this again when one of the lines sung during a worship...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Apr 28, 2024 | Devotionals
Acts 5:29 declares: “We ought to obey God rather than men.” Matthew 8:27 tells us that even the winds and the sea obey Him! Mark 1:27 informs us about unclean spirits obeying His authority. Obedience to the Lord is so important. It’s a prerequisite to “Spirit-filled”...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Mar 10, 2024 | Devotionals
When we hear the word “peace” we may instinctively think of a calm summer night with a beautiful sunset covering a quiet lake. No phone calls, noise, or responsibilities to disturb our tranquility. Pretty peaceful, right? And thank God for those occasional vacations...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Feb 15, 2024 | Devotionals
It’s fascinating to examine the Scriptures and unwrap God’s promises to us. God’s love and perfect will are at the core of each and every promise. Of course, the sureness of any promise can only be measured by the one making it. As mortal beings we, despite our best...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Dec 29, 2023 | Devotionals
The book of Leviticus is filled with types, pictures, and symbols of the Lord Jesus Christ. As is recorded in Hebrews, the law is a shadow of good things to come. Paul the apostle mentions this very same truth to the believers in Colosse. To state the obvious, a...