Category Archives: 1 Corinthians

The Eternal Anchor of Hope

Posted on September 25, 2009 by Jody Neufeld

And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins. Then those also who have fallen asleep in Christ are lost. If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are … Continue reading →

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Love

Posted on July 7, 2009 by Jody Neufeld

If I speak with the languages of men and of angels, but don’t have love, I have become sounding brass, or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; and if … Continue reading →

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More than a Hurricane

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Jody Neufeld

Suddenly there came from the sky a sound like the rushing of a mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. Tongues like fire appeared and were distributed to them, and one sat on each of … Continue reading →

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Unity: More than a Word

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Jody Neufeld

Now when the day of Pentecost had come, they were all with one accord in one place. Acts 2:1 (WEB) The writer of Acts, Luke, was an educated man. I don’t think he put any word down without considering what … Continue reading →

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Where is your sting, death?

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Jody Neufeld

I receive emails from people every week who are struggling with questions about God and loved ones who are dying. During my experiences with losses I did not want to hear cliches or be told that I should just “have … Continue reading →

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Free-ing Truth

Posted on March 6, 2009 by Jody Neufeld

To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32 (NIV, emphasis mine) I’ve been … Continue reading →

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What is My Excuse?

Posted on January 22, 2009 by Jody Neufeld

After John was put in prison, Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God. “The time has come,” he said. “The kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe the good news!” As Jesus walked beside the Sea … Continue reading →

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Love is…

Posted on December 17, 2008 by Jody Neufeld

Love is kind and patient, never jealous, boastful, proud, or rude. Love isn’t selfish or quick tempered. It doesn’t keep a record of wrongs that others do. Love rejoices in the truth, but not in evil. Love is always supportive, … Continue reading →

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Backbiters!

Posted on November 7, 2008 by Henry Neufeld

28Even as they refused to have God in their knowledge, God gave them up to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not fitting; 29being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness, covetousness, malice; full of envy, murder, … Continue reading →

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Repentance: Part I

Posted on September 23, 2008 by Jody Neufeld

After John was put in prison, Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God. “The time has come,” he said. “The kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe the good news!” Mark 1:14-15 (NIV) In my studies … Continue reading →

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