Christ Archives - RevivedLife.com https://revivedlife.com/tag/christ/ Spreading the Gospel of Grace and encouraging Bible Study, Rightly-Divided Sat, 10 Aug 2019 22:06:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 130276281 πŸ‘‘ Forgiveness https://revivedlife.com/forgiveness/ https://revivedlife.com/forgiveness/#respond Sat, 05 Mar 2016 20:09:34 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/?p=3693 β€œWE HAVE REDEMPTION THROUGH [Christ’s] BLOOD, THE FORGIVENESS OF SINS, ACCORDING TO THE RICHES OF HIS GRACE” (Eph. 1:7).

The climax of Paul’s first recorded sermon is reached in Acts 13:38;39, where he declares:

β€œBE IT KNOWN UNTO YOU THEREFORE, MEN AND BRETHREN, THAT THROUGH THIS MAN IS PREACHED

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]]> β€œWE HAVE REDEMPTION THROUGH [Christ’s] BLOOD, THE FORGIVENESS OF SINS, ACCORDING TO THE RICHES OF HIS GRACE” (Eph. 1:7).

The climax of Paul’s first recorded sermon is reached in Acts 13:38;39, where he declares:

β€œBE IT KNOWN UNTO YOU THEREFORE, MEN AND BRETHREN, THAT THROUGH THIS MAN IS PREACHED

… ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/forgiveness/feed/ 0 3693 πŸ‘‘ A Strong And Focused Sense Of Future https://revivedlife.com/a-strong-and-focused-sense-of-future/ https://revivedlife.com/a-strong-and-focused-sense-of-future/#comments Tue, 28 Sep 2010 02:40:53 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=447 “The way we conceive the future sculpts the present, gives contour and tone to nearly every action and thought through the day. If our sense of future is weak, we live listlessly.

The Christian faith has always been characterized by a strong and focused sense of future, with belief … ➑

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]]> “The way we conceive the future sculpts the present, gives contour and tone to nearly every action and thought through the day. If our sense of future is weak, we live listlessly.

The Christian faith has always been characterized by a strong and focused sense of future, with belief … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/a-strong-and-focused-sense-of-future/feed/ 2 447 πŸ’‘πŸ‘‘ Are We Blessed Because We Are Fruitful? https://revivedlife.com/does-god-bless-us-because-we-are-fruitful/ https://revivedlife.com/does-god-bless-us-because-we-are-fruitful/#comments Sat, 14 Aug 2010 19:23:29 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=375 One of my favorite Scripture verses occurs in the opening chapter of the Bible: “God blessed them and said to them, ‘Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it.'” – Genesis 1:28

Does God want us to be fruitful? Absolutely. Does God bless people because … ➑

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]]> One of my favorite Scripture verses occurs in the opening chapter of the Bible: “God blessed them and said to them, ‘Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it.'” – Genesis 1:28

Does God want us to be fruitful? Absolutely. Does God bless people because … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/does-god-bless-us-because-we-are-fruitful/feed/ 1 375 πŸ‘‘ Complaining And Disputing https://revivedlife.com/complaining-and-disputing/ https://revivedlife.com/complaining-and-disputing/#comments Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:13:34 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=360 Paul shows us that complaining actually gives place to the enemy in our lives because he thrives in an atmosphere of complaining. The Bible also shows us that we as believers should focus and meditate on the “good” and “praiseworthy” (Philippians 4:8). Complaining, called murmuring in the King James, … ➑

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]]> Paul shows us that complaining actually gives place to the enemy in our lives because he thrives in an atmosphere of complaining. The Bible also shows us that we as believers should focus and meditate on the “good” and “praiseworthy” (Philippians 4:8). Complaining, called murmuring in the King James, … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/complaining-and-disputing/feed/ 1 360 πŸ’‘πŸ‘‘ Why Does God Seem To Wait? https://revivedlife.com/why-does-god-seem-to-wait/ https://revivedlife.com/why-does-god-seem-to-wait/#respond Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:44:51 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=333 Why does God seem to wait when we so desperately are begging Him to “do something?” When we think of God’s timing, it can be common to lapse into a mindset that God’s clock is unintelligible, wound by a Deity who is distant and aloof to our desires. The … ➑

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]]> Why does God seem to wait when we so desperately are begging Him to “do something?” When we think of God’s timing, it can be common to lapse into a mindset that God’s clock is unintelligible, wound by a Deity who is distant and aloof to our desires. The … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/why-does-god-seem-to-wait/feed/ 0 333 πŸ‘‘ Serving When Called https://revivedlife.com/serving-when-called/ https://revivedlife.com/serving-when-called/#comments Fri, 12 Mar 2010 22:23:17 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=310 When my kids were small, they were enamored with Siberian huskies because … well, they’re sled dogs and they’re cool! They wanted a husky more than anything and mentioned it often (by often, I mean often). After caving in to my daughter (a common occurrence), we found a beautiful … ➑

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]]> When my kids were small, they were enamored with Siberian huskies because … well, they’re sled dogs and they’re cool! They wanted a husky more than anything and mentioned it often (by often, I mean often). After caving in to my daughter (a common occurrence), we found a beautiful … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/serving-when-called/feed/ 2 310 πŸ‘‘ God’s Open Doors https://revivedlife.com/gods-open-doors/ https://revivedlife.com/gods-open-doors/#comments Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:48:38 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=242 Revelation 3:8:

“I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.”

God opens doors in our lives for various reasons. There can be … ➑

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]]> Revelation 3:8:

“I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.”

God opens doors in our lives for various reasons. There can be … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/gods-open-doors/feed/ 5 242 πŸ‘‘ Finding Contentment In Unfulfilled Desires https://revivedlife.com/finding-contentment-in-the-midst-of-unfulfilled-desires/ https://revivedlife.com/finding-contentment-in-the-midst-of-unfulfilled-desires/#comments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 18:13:33 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=232 The life of Paul gives us many remarkably inspiring examples of finding contentment in God’s grace.

Philippians 1:21:

“For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain … For I am hard-pressed between the two, having a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is

… ➑

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]]> The life of Paul gives us many remarkably inspiring examples of finding contentment in God’s grace.

Philippians 1:21:

“For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain … For I am hard-pressed between the two, having a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is

… ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/finding-contentment-in-the-midst-of-unfulfilled-desires/feed/ 2 232 πŸ‘‘ Finding Joy When A Loved One Passes On https://revivedlife.com/an-opportunity-for-joy-when-a-loved-one-passes/ https://revivedlife.com/an-opportunity-for-joy-when-a-loved-one-passes/#respond Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:19:50 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=237 The passing of a loved one is often a devastating and life-altering event.Β  It conjures emotions from deep within that often prompts thoughts such as “It’s not supposed to be like this … One minute my life was ‘normal’ and it has now become unbearable …”Β  As this new … ➑

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]]> The passing of a loved one is often a devastating and life-altering event.Β  It conjures emotions from deep within that often prompts thoughts such as “It’s not supposed to be like this … One minute my life was ‘normal’ and it has now become unbearable …”Β  As this new … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/an-opportunity-for-joy-when-a-loved-one-passes/feed/ 0 237 πŸ’‘πŸ‘‘ What Does God Want From Us? https://revivedlife.com/what-does-god-want-from-us/ https://revivedlife.com/what-does-god-want-from-us/#respond Sun, 27 Dec 2009 18:14:05 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=228 God wants a heart of repentance and a fruitful life.

Galatians 5:22:

“But what happens when we live God’s way? He brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit appears in an orchardβ€”things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We develop a willingness to

… ➑

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]]> God wants a heart of repentance and a fruitful life.

Galatians 5:22:

“But what happens when we live God’s way? He brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit appears in an orchardβ€”things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We develop a willingness to

… ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/what-does-god-want-from-us/feed/ 0 228 πŸŽ„πŸ’ Celebrating Christmas After A Divorce https://revivedlife.com/celebrating-christmas-after-a-divorce/ https://revivedlife.com/celebrating-christmas-after-a-divorce/#respond Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:31:17 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=209 The holidays can be stressful. There are more activities to attend and more responsibilities to take care of and, as a result, emotions tend to heighten. Holidays after a major family change are even more intense as everyone anticipates what the transition will look and feel like. Your children … ➑

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]]> The holidays can be stressful. There are more activities to attend and more responsibilities to take care of and, as a result, emotions tend to heighten. Holidays after a major family change are even more intense as everyone anticipates what the transition will look and feel like. Your children … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/celebrating-christmas-after-a-divorce/feed/ 0 209 πŸ‘‘ Replacing Worry With Prayer https://revivedlife.com/replacing-worry-with-prayer/ https://revivedlife.com/replacing-worry-with-prayer/#comments Thu, 10 Dec 2009 18:48:45 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=196 To lead a joyful and peaceful Christian life, it’s imperative that we let God preside over situations that are beyond your control. Worry and trust do not coexist. When we invite worry in the front door of our lives, our faith will inevitably depart through the back. So we … ➑

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]]> To lead a joyful and peaceful Christian life, it’s imperative that we let God preside over situations that are beyond your control. Worry and trust do not coexist. When we invite worry in the front door of our lives, our faith will inevitably depart through the back. So we … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/replacing-worry-with-prayer/feed/ 3 196 πŸ™πŸ½ Prayer For The Unbeliever https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-the-unbeliever/ https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-the-unbeliever/#comments Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:51:13 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=204 Heavenly Father,

This is our prayer for the lost. We ask that You continue rescuing unbelievers from the domain of darkness and to continue bringing them to the cross of Jesus. You alone can draw and enable them. Please send Your Holy Spirit with power to convict them of … ➑

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]]> Heavenly Father,

This is our prayer for the lost. We ask that You continue rescuing unbelievers from the domain of darkness and to continue bringing them to the cross of Jesus. You alone can draw and enable them. Please send Your Holy Spirit with power to convict them of … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-the-unbeliever/feed/ 26 204 πŸ‘‘ Alcohol And Moderation https://revivedlife.com/alcohol-and-moderation/ https://revivedlife.com/alcohol-and-moderation/#respond Sun, 06 Dec 2009 12:21:23 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=186 Is the drinking of wine and other alcohol sinful pleasure, or a healthful life-improving habit? We saw that Christ approved of drinking wine. His actions and words set the example by which Christians are to live their lives.

Ecclesiastes 9:7 states β€œDrink your wine with a merry heart.” Psalm … ➑

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]]> Is the drinking of wine and other alcohol sinful pleasure, or a healthful life-improving habit? We saw that Christ approved of drinking wine. His actions and words set the example by which Christians are to live their lives.

Ecclesiastes 9:7 states β€œDrink your wine with a merry heart.” Psalm … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/alcohol-and-moderation/feed/ 0 186 πŸ’‘πŸ‘‘ The Narrow Road Or The Broad Road? https://revivedlife.com/the-narrow-road-or-the-broad-road/ https://revivedlife.com/the-narrow-road-or-the-broad-road/#respond Fri, 04 Dec 2009 17:53:08 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=177 Jesus brings His Sermon on the Mount to a close with some warnings concerning the difference between true and false discipleship. There are two distinguishing characteristics given here regarding the road that “leads to life”: it’s “narrow” and only a few find it. It’s narrow in that it … ➑

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]]> Jesus brings His Sermon on the Mount to a close with some warnings concerning the difference between true and false discipleship. There are two distinguishing characteristics given here regarding the road that “leads to life”: it’s “narrow” and only a few find it. It’s narrow in that it … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/the-narrow-road-or-the-broad-road/feed/ 0 177 πŸ‘‘ The Fruit Of The Spirit: A Blossom That Eternally Blooms! https://revivedlife.com/the-fruit-of-the-spirit-a-blossom-that-eternally-blooms/ https://revivedlife.com/the-fruit-of-the-spirit-a-blossom-that-eternally-blooms/#respond Fri, 04 Dec 2009 17:39:03 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=173 A good way to determine how steadfast your faith in Christ is, and how completely you have given your life over to the leading of God’s Holy Spirit, is to consider the joyous message we are given in Galatians 5:22 – 25:

But the fruit of the Spirit is … ➑

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]]> A good way to determine how steadfast your faith in Christ is, and how completely you have given your life over to the leading of God’s Holy Spirit, is to consider the joyous message we are given in Galatians 5:22 – 25:

But the fruit of the Spirit is … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/the-fruit-of-the-spirit-a-blossom-that-eternally-blooms/feed/ 0 173 πŸ™πŸ½ Prayer For Discerning Opportunities https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-discerning-opportunities/ https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-discerning-opportunities/#respond Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:31:40 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=160 Heavenly Father,

As our Protector and Guide, You are the greatest Friend and Joy we have! To be able to come to You in prayer like this is the most beautiful part of our lives! Father, You know what I am facing and the reasons why these doors and … ➑

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]]> Heavenly Father,

As our Protector and Guide, You are the greatest Friend and Joy we have! To be able to come to You in prayer like this is the most beautiful part of our lives! Father, You know what I am facing and the reasons why these doors and … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-discerning-opportunities/feed/ 0 160 πŸ™πŸ½ Prayer For Healing https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-healing/ https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-healing/#respond Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:27:26 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=156 Heavenly Father,

Divine Physician and Healer of the Sick, we turn to You in this time of affliction. As we place our sick under Your care, we humbly ask that You restore Your servant to health again. Giver of life and health, please comfort and relieve Your sick servant, … ➑

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]]> Heavenly Father,

Divine Physician and Healer of the Sick, we turn to You in this time of affliction. As we place our sick under Your care, we humbly ask that You restore Your servant to health again. Giver of life and health, please comfort and relieve Your sick servant, … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/prayer-for-healing/feed/ 0 156 πŸ‘‘ A Father’s Love Letter https://revivedlife.com/a-fathers-love-letter/ https://revivedlife.com/a-fathers-love-letter/#respond Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:22:43 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=142 My Child,

You may not know me, but I know everything about you (Psalm 139:1). I am familiar with all your ways (Psalm 139:3). Even the very hairs on your head are numbered (Matthew 10:29-31). For you were made in my image (Genesis 1:27). In me, you live and … ➑

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]]> My Child,

You may not know me, but I know everything about you (Psalm 139:1). I am familiar with all your ways (Psalm 139:3). Even the very hairs on your head are numbered (Matthew 10:29-31). For you were made in my image (Genesis 1:27). In me, you live and … ➑

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]]> https://revivedlife.com/a-fathers-love-letter/feed/ 0 142 πŸ’‘πŸ‘‘ A Life Conformed Or A Life Transformed? https://revivedlife.com/a-life-conformed-or-a-life-transformed/ https://revivedlife.com/a-life-conformed-or-a-life-transformed/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:32:18 +0000 http://revivedlife.com/blog/?p=1 Early in my walk, I met with a local minister seeking understanding and guidance throughout a difficult time of my life. At this point, I had met or conversed with several other ministers, pastor counselors and individuals … all of whom offered their sincerest insights, advice, analogies and blessings. … ➑

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]]> Early in my walk, I met with a local minister seeking understanding and guidance throughout a difficult time of my life. At this point, I had met or conversed with several other ministers, pastor counselors and individuals … all of whom offered their sincerest insights, advice, analogies and blessings. … ➑

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