Biblical Examples of Benefits Available to All Christians That Require Action on Our Part Before They Become Ours


      Jesus died to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8) and yet James 4:7 says we must resist the devil.

      We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, (Romans 8:28) and yet 1 Thessalonians 5:17 tells us to pray without ceasing.

      If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17) and yet Ephesians 4:22 teaches you to put off your old self.

      Those who belong to Christ have crucified the sinful nature with its passions and desires (Galatians 5:24) and yet Colossians 3:5 instructs Christians to put to death whatever belongs to their earthly nature.

      Do not worry because God knows your needs, seek first the kingdom and all these things shall to added to you (Matthew 6:31-33) and yet Matthew 6:11 tells us to pray every day for our bread.

      God shall supply all our needs (Philippians 4:19) and yet John 16:24 tells us to ask in order to receive.

      By Christ's stripes you have been healed (1 Peter 2:24) and yet James 5:14 say if anyone is sick he should call the elders to pray over him and anoint him with oil.

      The love of God is shed abroad in our hearts (Romans 5:5) and yet Jude 1:21 instructs us to keep ourselves in the love of God.

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