Posts with the tag “faith”
Obedience as Evidence of Faith
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on April 15th, 2025
**Scripture:** 1 John 2:5 (ESV) "But whoever keeps his word, in him truly the love of God isperfected. By this we may know that we are in him."Our obedience is a response to the love we have received from God. It serves as tangible evidence of our faith. When we align our actions with His word, we manifest the transformative power of His love within us. This deep connection displays our identity a... Read More
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Standing Firm in Faith
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on April 8th, 2025
**Scripture:** “Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.” - Ephesians 6:13 (ESV)In a world full of distractions and challenges, it’s crucial to take a stand for our faith. Jesus tells us that we have a responsibility to abide in Him, allowing His strength and guidance to empower us. It’s not always easy, but kn... Read More
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The Power of Seed Planting
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on April 7th, 2025
**Scripture:** “And he said, ‘The kingdom of God is as if a man should scatter seed on the ground.’” - Mark 4:26 (ESV)Every time we share the gospel, we scatter seeds of faith. Sometimes these seeds take root, and sometimes they don’t, but that doesn’t mean our efforts were in vain. Just like the man preaching at the gates of Sodom, we must remember that our calling is to share, not necessarily to... Read More
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Obedience through Love
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on April 1st, 2025
**Scripture:** John 14:15 (ESV) “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”**Devotional:** Obedience to God’s commands flows from a heart of love. Jesus makes it clear that to love Him means to be faithful to His teachings and principles. When we prioritize our relationship with God, our obedience will naturally follow. Consider practical ways you can honor Him in your daily life—through your... Read More
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Peace with God
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on March 20th, 2025
The first type of peace is peace with God. Romans 5:1 tells us, “Since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Before we came to faith in Christ, we were enemies of God because of sin. But through the death of Jesus, we are reconciled to God, and there is no longer any conflict between us. This peace is the foundation of our salvation and a prec... Read More
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