Archive for Gail Knox
Bible Commentary: We Are Called to Live Set-Apart Lives
“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise, but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” Ephesians 5:15-16 (NIV) There can be no misunderstanding God’s intent for us—as followers of Christ we are called to live set-apart lives. The Bible commands us to be holy as God is [...]
7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
Free Online Bible Study Lessons: Let Not Corruption Flow from Your Mouth
We are called to be holy because God is Holy. And holiness involves our thoughts, our words, and our deeds. It is not easy for us, but God was us pure in every possible way. For many, the words that come from our mouths are the most incriminating part of us. Perhaps we’ve been successful [...]
7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
Christian Inspirational: A Life Well Lived
God, in His infinite wisdom, seldom reveals what an impact our lives have on other people. He knows our nature is to become proud and take credit for the “good works” we have done in His name. Instead He gives us only little glimpses of our good works while on this earth. He may choose, [...]
7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
Inductive Bible Study Lessons: We Are a Peculiar People
“But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people…” 1 Peter 2:9 (KJV) It has been said of God’s people, “If you were on trial today for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” That’s a tired ole saying, but is it ever loaded with [...]
7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 1 comment | Continued
Bible Verses for Encouragement: Abundant Life
“I have come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” John 10:10b (KJV) “I am the way, the truth, and the life…” John 14:6 (KJV) “But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have [...]
7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
Illuminations: Inspirational Messages – To Not Fear Death
A very wise woman once said to me, “The person who is afraid of dying is actually afraid of living.” At the time, I didn’t understand at all what she was trying to get me to see. But the intervening years have brought a measure of wisdom and with it a whole lot of clarity. [...]
7Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
Words of Wisdom: Simple Is the Best Way
“I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” Mark 10:15 Often when we refer to a person as “being simple,” we think of him as having limited education or perhaps being mentally challenged to some degree. If we consider being simple [...]
6Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
Christian Missions: Myanmar Ministry Update
Back in early 2007, a member of Philip’s team was sent as a missionary to his own people in the remote village of Luk Pe. Andrew, now an ordained minister (since 2010) planted the first church in Luk Pe shortly after his return to his home town with the Christian message. In March 2009, Philip [...]
6Apr2011 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
Book of Habakkuk
“How long, O Lord, must I call for help? But you do not listen!” -Habakkuk 1: 2 If you’ve ever doubted the goodness of God or questioned why He would allow some of the dreadful things we see happening in the world today, you can certainly relate to the prophet Habak-kuk. We often have the [...]
3Nov2010 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
Your Personal Bible Study
To be sure we’re all starting out on the same page, be sure to read this month’s edition of Illuminations before tackling this short Bible study. That little story gives insight into what we are going to glean from scripture in this study. Read Matthew 28:19-20, paying particlar attention to all the verbs (in any [...]
3Nov2010 | Gail Knox | 0 comments | Continued
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