Blessed are the Forgiven

Blessed are the Forgiven

“When Jesus saw their faith, he said unto the sick of the palsy,Son, thy sins be forgiven thee.” (Mark 2:5) Before healing the paralytic man of his physical infirmity, Jesus addressed a far deeper need: his guilt of sin. “Be of good cheer,” He said, “thy sins be...
Giving Thanks for the Family of God

Giving Thanks for the Family of God

“But we are bound to give thanks always to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth.” (2 Thessalonians 2:13) As Paul reflects on the salvation...
Praise to the Lamb

Praise to the Lamb

“Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing.” (Revelation 5:12) The fifth chapter of Revelation begins by describing a heavenly courtroom—God seated on His throne, holding a scroll in His right...