Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him.Matthew 4:11 For Meditation Angels stand at attention, their ears perked, eyes focused, tongues readied, and their voices keyed to sing and praise God in joyful celebration when you stand at the threshold of temptation. Heaven has noted you for your convictions and has acknowledged your … Continue reading A Reason for Heaven to Celebrate.
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The Curveball of God
A messenger came to Saul, saying, “Come quickly! The Philistines are raiding the land.” Then Saul broke off his pursuit of David and went to meet the Philistines.1 Samuel 23:27-28 For Meditation The timing of God is impeccable. His eyes are keenly set on his children to rescue and deliver from imminent dangers, some of … Continue reading The Curveball of God
Dulled Hearts
He said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken!Luke 24:25 Jesus did not mince words this time. He was uncharacteristically harsh in His rebuke of the two disciples on the Road to Emmaus. What caused these two to embark on the seven-mile journey is not known. … Continue reading Dulled Hearts
My Joy Today.
Habakkuk 3:17-19 New International Version Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines,though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food,though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls,yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior. The Sovereign Lord is my … Continue reading My Joy Today.
Dealing with Our Hurts
“Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.” John 20:25 He was a dedicated and faithful disciple – a man of integrity and conviction. From the day Christ chose him as one of His twelve apostles, … Continue reading Dealing with Our Hurts
The Surprise of the World
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.Luke 2:10-11 For YOUR ENCOURAGEMENT He burst forth through the heavens and came down in human flesh. … Continue reading The Surprise of the World
The Savior Looked Up
When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today.”Luke 19:5 For Meditation. I love Jesus. Why wouldn’t I? After all that I did to hide from Him, Jesus never left me to my self-deluded and destructive ways. Sometimes, I pretended to love … Continue reading The Savior Looked Up
The Future Glory
He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”Revelation 21:5 For Meditation The power brokers do not care. They successfully do everything to maintain their positions and wealth. The ordinary people do everything to make ends meet while struggling to … Continue reading The Future Glory
If Wishes Were Horses
I thought that he would surely come out to me and stand and call on the name of the Lord his God, wave his hand over the spot and cure me of my leprosy.2 Kings 5:11 For Meditation What is wrong with people? What makes us think we should get everything we wish? Why should everything be done … Continue reading If Wishes Were Horses