by Ray Viola | Jun 1, 2014 | Ephesians
Why does Jesus give gifts to the His Church? Is it for our own personal enjoyment? Paul say NO! The gifts Jesus gives are for God’s glory, for the building up of the Church, to unite us, to mature us, and to be rooted in love. Be encouraged by this truth as we...
by Ray Viola | Feb 23, 2014 | Ephesians
In this study, Pastor Ray Viola unpacks a powerful and practical prayer written by the Apostle Paul to the Ephesian church. This is a prayer we can pray for ourselves or for others as we come before the Lord. Paul’s heart was that this church would grow in grace...
by Ray Viola | May 21, 2013 | Colossians
2.1 For I would that ye knew what great conflict I have for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh; Paul was a man that had a shepherd’s heart. He was driven by the love of Christ, as well as a God given concern for the...
by Ray Viola | Apr 13, 2013 | Colossians, Ephesians, Philemon, Philippians
Paul is completely convinced that he is in prison according to the good, perfect and acceptable will of God. Instead of moaning and crying and complaining, he is: Abiding in Christ and looking for ways to bring glory to him as long as he is there. Concerned for others...