DAILY BREAD OF LIFE

(KJV.)  ROMANS 16:18-20

(18)  For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.
(19)  For your obedience is come abroad unto all men.  I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil.
(20)  And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly.  The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.  Amen.

VICTORY SHALL BE OURS, IN JESUS NAME!  AMEN!

(18)  For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.  Brethren, as believers in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior, we are to be devoted supporters of his words, and as followers of his ministry, try to avoid those who preach to attack other believers, and to cause separations among brethren; rather let us do all things with humbleness and respect for one another; for we do not have to prove ourselves how good we are to anyone, but to please Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior; whenever we think too much of ourselves that we know more than others, we place ourselves in positions to glorify our own selves rather than to glorify our heavenly Father through Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior; in this context, Apostle Paul, is warning believers to be careful  of these people, for they are not really serving our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, but looking for what to eat; therefore, they try so hard to prove themselves that they know the scriptures better than others, to justify themselves that they are worthy, to receive more honors and blessings by their good words and moderate expressions, to mislead and cause confusions in minds of believers and falsely persuade others to join in their reproaches;  however, as believers, we have a common enemy, the adversary the devil. his goal is to cause mischief among brethren; therefore, let us be aware of his evil devises, and not allow him to infiltrate our minds to fight against one another, but collectively, focus on our common goal to save souls into the last boat of salvation, Jesus Christ and life everlasting;  if we have any questions, regarding any given words of our Father, let us not throw words at one another but read the scriptures ourselves, to know the truth of matters, pray that our spiritual eyes maybe enlighten to discern his words, seek help from the Holy Spirit, Teacher of all things; and if we have to correct one another, let us do so with diligence having respect for one another in the righteousness of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

(19)  For your obedience is come abroad unto all men.  I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil.  Brethren, Jesus observes everything that humanity does on planet earth; be ye good or bad deeds, he  is aware of them all, we can hide ourselves in closets, in darkness, under our beds, wherever we are, he sees our deeds and rewards everyone accordingly, we are saved by his blood redemption but to receive greater rewards, crown of glories, we have to obey his words and serve him diligently with all our hearts, souls and bodies; in this context, Apostle Paul, expresses his pleasure to believers that their submission to works of Jesus Christ are not in vain; and rejoicing in their interests that they will be rewarded with crown of glories and life everlasting; but advising them to walk in righteousness and be easy to deal with regarding matters of immorality: in other words, Paul is saying; "Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, harmless as doves." (Matthew 10:16);  therefore, let us control ourselves, be watchful of our surroundings not to fall into traps of our enemies, be in our best behaviors and be kind to one another as brothers and sisters in the body of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior; and do all things with humility and be respectful of others; for our works are not done in vain, but will be rewarded with earthly and heavenly blessings forevermore.

(20)  And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly.  The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.  Amen.  Brethren, let us be encouraged to know that our heavenly Father fights our battles, if we believe in him through Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior, there are no physical or spiritual battles that he cannot fight or win on our behalves; even when Satan sends his demonic entities to trouble our souls, when we pray and call upon the name of Jesus, our heavenly Father will crush all enemies under our feet and set us free forever;  however, the grace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is given freely to enjoy through his death and resurrection; therefore, let us not fear what enemies can do, but rather believe and trust in Jesus Christ, who will deliver our souls from perils and dangers of this world by his Holy Name forevermore.

CONCLUSION:

Dearly beloved,  as believers, let us not take things for granted in this world of darkness, but rather be ware of what goes on around us all the time; be sober and vigilant; for our adversary, the devil; can use anything to fight against us, and regardless of where we are in this world; he roams around aimlessly,  as a wounded roaring lion, to seek whom he may pester with and devour; however, if we indeed obey the voice of our heavenly Father, do all that he says, walk in faith, in the righteousness of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior; then our heavenly Father will be an enemy to our enemies and an adversary to our adversaries; he will fight all our battles, prevail and we shall fear no evil forever and evermore. Amen and Amen!

QUOTES OF THE DAY:

(KJV.)  Philippians 3:18-19  (For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ:...Whose end is destruction, whose God is their belly, and whose glory is in their shame, who mind earthly things.)