Numbers 33:3-4 New International Version (NIV) The Israelites set out from Rameses … [and] marched out defiantly in full view of all the Egyptians,who were burying all their firstborn, whom the Lord had struck down among them. For Meditation Pharaoh came to his senses after the Lord had struck down all the firstborn of Egypt(Ex. 12:29-30). His defiance was broken and … Continue reading A Picture of Contrasts
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Love Found on a Threshing Floor
The Lord bless you, my daughter,” he replied. “This kindness is greater than that which you showed earlier: You have not run after the younger men, whether rich or poor – Ruth 3:10 Something startled the man! His heart raced to a sprint. What could that be? The alcohol at the harvest feast had dissipated into a deep slumber, … Continue reading Love Found on a Threshing Floor
Experiencing the Holy
Exodus 3:5 New King James Version (NKJV) Then He said, “Do not draw near this place. Take your sandals off your feet, for the place where you stand is holy ground.” For Meditation God told Moses not to come any closer, for where he stood was holy ground. It's an experience we all yearn for daily. But, … Continue reading Experiencing the Holy
The Beauty of Grace in Forgiveness
1 John 1:9 New International Version (NIV) If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness For Meditation Sometimes sin overwhelms us, and its guilt becomes oppressive. It mutes our voice and saps our strength. We’re bereft of confidence, as the fear of … Continue reading The Beauty of Grace in Forgiveness
Guarding Your Doctrine
“Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you – guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in you” (2 Tim. 1:14). The rich neighbourhoods in Accra, Ghana have one significant commonality – high walls around the houses, huge security gates, and security personnel. Curled on the walls are razor-sharp wires, … Continue reading Guarding Your Doctrine
Isn’t God Good?
Exodus 14:13 New International Version (NIV) Moses answered the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again. For Meditation O, the giants in our lives! How miserable they make our lives; how tormenting their presence! But isn’t it so, … Continue reading Isn’t God Good?
Your Marching Order
Exodus 14:15 New International Version (NIV) Tell the Israelites to move on. For Meditation When a child of God comes up against a seemingly insurmountable wall in life, the Father’s reassuring voice is heard. He says, "Move on. Don't stop. I will clear the obstacle for you." That is the God you serve. He is … Continue reading Your Marching Order
Not What You Think It Is
Joshua 9:5 New International Version (NIV) They put worn and patched sandals on their feet and wore old clothes. All the bread of their food supply was dry and moldy. For Meditation It has become a game people play on their unsuspecting victims. The main player has a carefully concealed agenda to deceive, but craftily … Continue reading Not What You Think It Is
A Positive Challenge for Us
“Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you” (Phil. 4:9). This scripture challenges me very time I read it. Sometimes we read such statements by Jesus and say to ourselves, “He can say that because He is God.” Such … Continue reading A Positive Challenge for Us
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 