Afterward, David was conscience-stricken for having cut off a corner of his robe. He said to his men, “The Lord forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the Lord’s anointed, or lay my hand on him; for he is the anointed of the Lord.”1 Samuel 24:5-6 Your Encouragement “This is the day the Lord spoke of when he … Continue reading Of opportunities and God’s Promises
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Let It Shine
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your … Continue reading Let It Shine
Of Grapes and Giants
They gave Moses this account: “We went into the land to which you sent us, and it does flow with milk and honey! Here is its fruit. But the people who live there are powerful, and the cities are fortified and very large. We even saw descendants of Anak there.Numbers 13:27-28 The choices and decisions we make during our … Continue reading Of Grapes and Giants
A Mighty Fortress
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea,3 though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surgingPsalm 46:1-3 A mighty fortress is our God, a bulwark never failing;Our helper He, amid the flood of mortal ills prevailing:For still our … Continue reading A Mighty Fortress
Our Confident Hope
Yet what we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory he will reveal to us later.Romans 8:18 Your Encouragement O, the glory to be revealed to us at s Christ’s appearing! This is our hope. This is our confidence. So, persevere, my brother and sister, until this glory dawns on us at the coming … Continue reading Our Confident Hope
Being Human
Jonathan got up from the table in fierce anger; on that second day of the feast he did not eat, because he was grieved at his father’s shameful treatment of David.1 Samuel 20:34 For Meditation How long did it take Jonathan to come to terms with the truth that his father’s threat to kill David … Continue reading Being Human
What Ungodly Alliance Can Do
The king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, “I will enter the battle in disguise, but you wear your royal robes.” So, the king of Israel disguised himself and went into battle.2 Chronicles 18:29 For Meditation I have never understood King Jehoshaphat and his decision to go to war with Ahab (2 Chronicles 18:29). But that is … Continue reading What Ungodly Alliance Can Do
Peace to You
I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart because I have overcome the world.”John 16:33 For Meditation In these tumultuous times, we can all take refuge in these words of our Savior, Jesus Christ. When He … Continue reading Peace to You
Habakkuk’s Prayer
How long, O Lord, must I call for help? But you do not listen!“Violence is everywhere!” I cry, but you do not come to save.3 Must I forever see these evil deeds? Why must I watch all this misery?Wherever I look, I see destruction and violence.I am surrounded by people who love to argue and fight.4 The law has become paralyzed, and there is … Continue reading Habakkuk’s Prayer
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 