And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him: and lo a voice
Union With Christ
Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. John 15:4. Every individual, by his own act, either puts
Sincere Confession Essential
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9. The apostle says, “Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that
Faith Is the Victory
For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. 1 John 5:4. The Christian’s life should be one of faith, of victory, and joy in God. “Whatsoever is
The Just Shall Live by Faith
As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him. Colossians 2:6. Our growth in grace, our joy, our usefulness—all depend upon our union with Christ. It is by communion with Him, daily, hourly—by abiding in
Sanctification the Work of a Lifetime
And for their sakes I sanctify myself, that they also might be sanctified through the truth. John 17:19. The righteousness by which we are justified is imputed; the righteousness by which we are sanctified is imparted. The first is our
His Righteousness Obtained by Faith
But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. Romans 4:5. The faith that is unto salvation is not a casual faith, it is not the mere consent of