Life (3/6)

You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop… Matthew 5:14

You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden.
Matthew 5:14 righteousness evangelism light
Jesus replied, “But even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice.”
Luke 11:28 Word of God listening

If we live, it’s to honor the Lord. And if we die, it’s to honor the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.
Romans 14:8 death
So I concluded there is nothing better than to be happy and enjoy ourselves as long as we can. And people should eat and drink and enjoy the fruits of their labor, for these are gifts from God.
Ecclesiastes 3:12-13 joy food receiving
I will never forget your commandments,
for by them you give me life.
Psalm 119:93 law
Just as everyone dies because we all belong to Adam, everyone who belongs to Christ will be given new life.
1 Corinthians 15:22 salvation death
Do all that you can to live in peace with everyone.
Romans 12:18 peace neighbor
The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.
John 10:10 salvation
So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace.
Romans 8:6 Spirit peace
There is a path before each person that seems right,
but it ends in death.
Proverbs 14:12 righteousness sin thoughts
All who declare that Jesus is the Son of God have God living in them, and they live in God.
1 John 4:15 Jesus acknowledging
So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.
1 Corinthians 10:31 food worship
So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law.
Galatians 5:1 Jesus redeemer addiction
Dear brothers and sisters, I close my letter with these last words: Be joyful. Grow to maturity. Encourage each other. Live in harmony and peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you.
2 Corinthians 13:11 peace love nearness
So you see, faith by itself isn’t enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless.
James 2:17 faith following
People with integrity walk safely,
but those who follow crooked paths will be exposed.
Proverbs 10:9 sin safety lying
I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little.
Philippians 4:12 contentment food money
And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul? Is anything worth more than your soul?
Matthew 16:26 materialism soul world
Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.”
John 8:12 Jesus following world
Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 worship Spirit health
But for us,
There is one God, the Father,
by whom all things were created,
and for whom we live.
And there is one Lord, Jesus Christ,
through whom all things were created,
and through whom we live.
1 Corinthians 8:6 Father Jesus creation
Don’t let the excitement of youth cause you to forget your Creator. Honor him in your youth before you grow old and say, “Life is not pleasant anymore.”
Ecclesiastes 12:1 creation joy evil
Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have God’s Son does not have life.
1 John 5:12 salvation Jesus
We are human, but we don’t wage war as humans do.
2 Corinthians 10:3 understanding world spiritual warfare
That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. For life is more than food, and your body more than clothing.
Luke 12:22b-23 worrying food contentment

All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.

Bible verse of the day

Remember, O Lord, your compassion and unfailing love,
which you have shown from long ages past.
Do not remember the rebellious sins of my youth.
Remember me in the light of your unfailing love,
for you are merciful, O Lord.

Psalm 25:6-7 sin mercy goodness