Tag Archives: Sanctification

A Proper Fear in an Anxious World

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

On that day, when evening had come, [Jesus] said to them, “Let us go across to the other side.” And leaving the crowd, they took him with them in the boat, just as he was. And other boats were with him. And a great … Continue reading →

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The Fear of the LORD

Posted on October 2, 2024 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

The fear of the Lord is a Biblical concept in short supply today. Let us think about this neglected doctrine together here. We will begin with a contrast. Solomon wrote, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, … Continue reading →

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Standing Fast in 2024

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Dear Believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, Happy New Year! As we begin this new year, please remember that we are in God’s good and strong hands. “Our God is in the heavens; he does all that he pleases” (Ps. … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Corinthians, Devotion, John, Psalms | Tagged Courage, Faith, Gospel, Grace, Jesus, Men, Power, Power of God, Prayer, Salvation, Sanctification, Sin | Leave a comment

An Attitude of Gratitude

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Make a joyful shout to the LORD all you lands! Serve the LORD with gladness;…Enter His gates with thanksgiving, And into His courts with praise.Be thankful to Him, and bless His name. (Psalm 100:1-2a, 4 NKJV) It is November, the … Continue reading →

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Divine Instruction

Posted on November 15, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Whoever despises the word brings destruction on himself, but he who reveres the commandment will be rewarded. (Proverbs 13:13 ESV) When I was growing up there were some popular commercials for a successful American stock brokerage firm. In each commercial one person would say … Continue reading →

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What Does Not Please God?

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Where, then, is boasting? It is excluded. By what kind of law? By one of works? No, on the contrary, by a law of faith. (Romans 3:27 CSB) There is no boasting in the Christian life. Well, save in the … Continue reading →

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What Pleases God?

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

His delight is not in the strength of the horse, nor his pleasure in the legs of a man, but the LORD takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love. (Psalm 147:10, 11 … Continue reading →

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Crystal Clear, No Exceptions, No Qualifications

Posted on October 26, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Do all things without grumbling or disputing. (Philippians 2:14 NASB) I think he means don’t grumble about what you have to do unless you are really frustrated. And don’t dispute with your parent, spouse, or supervisor unless you really don’t … Continue reading →

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Why is he not ashamed of the Gospel?

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes. (Romans 1:16b CSB) Paul clearly wanted the reader to know that he is not ashamed of the gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ. Why? Because this good … Continue reading →

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What about You?

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

For I am not ashamed of the gospel. (Romans 1:16a CSB) What is the gospel? It is good news. What is the news? Here is one way the Apostle Paul presented it: Now I want to make clear for you, … Continue reading →

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