by Ray Viola | Sep 10, 2025 | Devotionals
In Romans 12:9-13 we are challenged to put our faith into action within our own body of believers. In Romans 12:14-21 we are exhorted to take our faith outside the walls of the church and apply it towards our enemies and those who persecute us. It doesn’t take too...
by Ray Viola | Aug 19, 2025 | Devotionals
The church of Smyrna was told by the risen Lord Jesus that it would face an intense time of persecution, but not to be afraid (Revelation 2:10). Put yourself in that sanctuary that morning when the messenger of the church stood before them to make the morning...
by Ray Viola | Aug 4, 2025 | Devotionals
Jude purposed to write to the saints about the salvation that we all hold in common, but was led by The Holy Spirit to exhort the believers to earnestly contend for the faith once delivered unto the saints (Jude 3). The word “contend” suggests the idea of a conflict...
by Ray Viola | Feb 23, 2025 | Devotionals
“And I heard, as it were, the voice of a great multitude, as the sound of many water and as the sound of mighty thunderings, saying, ‘Allelujah! For the Lord God Omnipotent reigns!’ ” The young body of saints in Thessalonica had endured severe persecution because of...
by Ray Viola | Oct 31, 2024 | Devotionals
Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever. One of the most precious redemption facts is the assurance that believers have in Jesus Christ. Christ did not die on the cross to hang a cloud...