by Dr. Mark Jones | Oct 18, 2024 | Living for Jesus
In today’s world, we face constant battles when it comes to purity. Proverbs 4:23 reminds us, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” Purity begins in the heart—where our thoughts, emotions, and decisions are shaped. Living a pure life...
by Dr. Mark Jones | Oct 17, 2024 | Living for Jesus
“This, then, is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.’” —Matthew 6:9-10 (NIV) Jesus taught us to begin our prayers by focusing on God’s greatness and...
by Dr. Mark Jones | Oct 16, 2024 | Living for Jesus
“Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before his eyes, and he is the one to whom we are accountable.” — Hebrews 4:13 (NLT) Transparency is a cornerstone of spiritual growth, yet it’s not always easy to live out....
by Dr. Mark Jones | Oct 15, 2024 | Living for Jesus
In John 14:15, Jesus said, “If you love me, keep my commandments.” This simple yet profound statement reveals that obedience is not merely about following rules; it is a genuine expression of our love for God. Obedience flows from a heart transformed by God’s love and...
by Dr. Mark Jones | Oct 14, 2024 | Living for Jesus
Psalm 25:21 (NLT) says, “May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you.” Integrity lies at the core of who we are as followers of Jesus. David prayed that “integrity and honesty” would protect him as he placed his hope in God. The Hebrew word for...
by Dr. Mark Jones | Oct 3, 2024 | Living for Jesus
Plant God’s Word in Your Heart Jesus said in Matthew 13:23, “He who hears the Word and understands it bears fruit.” Like seeds planted in good soil, God’s Word grows in our hearts when we nurture it daily. In the parable of the sower, Jesus highlights how the...