Now may the God of peace—who brought up from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great Shepherd of the sheep, and ratified an eternal covenant with his blood—may he equip you with all you need for doing his will. May he produce in you, through the power of Jesus Christ, every good thing that is … Continue reading Glory In Focus
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Treasure in Jars of Clay
But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.2 Corinthians 4:7-9 Confession and Plea Lord, we acknowledge our fragility in the face of this … Continue reading Treasure in Jars of Clay
Grace to You
‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’Jeremiah 33:3 For Encouragement In these times when the whole world is on the edge, it is heartwarming to hear God asking us to call on Him for insights into the conditions of the world today and … Continue reading Grace to You
Hope Through the Coronavirus Storm
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.Romans 15:13 Encouragement The Lord, your God, is the God of hope (Rm. 15:13). It is only in Him that you can find hope through the … Continue reading Hope Through the Coronavirus Storm
Desperate Times
Our God, will you not judge them? For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.2 Chronicles 20:12 Sometimes the Lord reveals the powerlessness of the human race in unusual ways. This is one of such moments. The … Continue reading Desperate Times
Grace in Reaction.
David burned with anger against the man and said to Nathan, “As surely as the Lord lives, the man who did this must die! He must pay for that lamb four times over, because he did such a thing and bad no pity”2 Samuel 12:7-8 It is interesting when people viciously attack others who have … Continue reading Grace in Reaction.
Let Go of the Controls
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.Philippians 4:6-7 For Encouragement Anxiety thrives on “What if?” It drags along issues you cannot control. It makes you worry … Continue reading Let Go of the Controls
The Folly of Interrogating the Truth
“What is truth?” retorted Pilate. With this he went out again to the Jews gathered there and said, “I find no basis for a charge against him.John 18:38 For Meditation Whenever the Truth speaks, He stands before you in a way you cannot escape. You either embrace Him and be free or deny Him and … Continue reading The Folly of Interrogating the Truth
Strength Under Control
When Jesus said this, one of the officials nearby slapped him in the face. “Is this the way you answer the high priest?” he demanded.John 18:22 For Meditation Almighty power and authority at my disposal, there is no way I would have let that poor man live; yet, Jesus held His own (23); and that blows my … Continue reading Strength Under Control
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 