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The Sword of The Spirit
THE Latin word for sword is Gladius. This sword was used by Roman foot soldiers when in close proximity to the enemy. It was used to thrust at unprotected parts of the body while the shield was held up moving forward in battle. Enemy exposed areas such as the throat, armpit, groin and main arteries…
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Galatia
In order to understand Paul’s address to the Galatian church we should understand some of the background of the audience he was addressing. In Galatians Chapter 1 Paul introduces himself to the Galatians. This is significant if you understand who the Galatians were. Paul asserts his authority under the Lord Jesus Christ. He introduces the…
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The Truth Sets Free
What some Christians are not aware of is the spiritual law of ‘sowing and reaping’. Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit…
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Full of Yourself or Filled with God?
Scriptures tell us that pride results in one’s downfall but humility comes before honor. (Proverbs 18:12) The sin of pride is one fallen human attribute that effects everyone. Including Christians. As I was meditating on this phenomenon I felt led to do a little research on the subject. The Oxford dictionary defines pride as ‘a…
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Guard Your Heart
Recently I went through a horrific trial that challenged my faith. Satan was gloating because he thought he had won a victory. Unbeknownst to him, the Lord was using that trial to do some reconstruction in my life. Little did I know what lay hidden in the recesses of my heart. Through this trial I…
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THE GRACE SINNER
Now I know the title of this blog doesn’t make sense because when the Lord gave me this word I did a double take too. I woke up a few days back to an interesting word from the Holy Spirit. “There are those not under the law that sin.” Shaking my sleepy head I said,…
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Laodicea : Unto the Churches Series
Laodicea was a rich ancient city in Asia Minor on the river Lycus. (Turkey) It was located in the regions of Caria and Lydia, during the Hellenistic period. Laodicea’s history under Alexander the Great was thoroughly steeped in Greek history and culture. Laodicea was ‘worldly’ before the Romans took it over. Adhering to Greek Philosophy,…
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Unto the Churches Series: Philadelphia
The City of Ancient of Philadelphia, (Modern name Alaşehir) was founded by King Attalus II Philadelphus (r. 159–138 BC) of Pergamon. The city was named for the King’s love for his brother, his successor. (Attalus II, 159–138 BC) The city was called “Philadelphos,” meaning “one who loves his brother.” Under Roman rule, Philadelphia became an imperial cult of emperor worship. Philadelphia…
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Unto the Churches Series: Sardis
Jesus addressed the church of Sardis in a unique way. He refers to himself as the one who has the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars. All through the Bible we find the number seven. The number 7 is the most important symbolic number in the Hebrew Bible. It symbolizes completion and perfection. https://www.thetorah.com/article/seven-the-biblical-number The seven Spirits of God are…
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Unto the Churches Series: Thyatira
In speaking to the church in Thyatira, Jesus reveals himself as having eyes of fire and feet like brass. In other words, Jesus says he sees the situation in Thyatira. He stands in that situation to judge it and bring correction. Fire and brass in the scriptures refer to God’s judgment, purification, and…
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