John 10:14-15 New International Version (NIV) I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—15 just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep. For Meditation This is my story, and the posture of many of God's children. "I am stubborn!" Now, that … Continue reading Missing My Good Shepherd
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The Lord’s Visitation
1 Kings 17:12 New International Version (NIV) “As surely as the Lord your God lives,” she replied, “I don’t have any bread—only a handful of flour in a jar and a little oil in a jug. I am gathering a few sticks to take home and make a meal for myself and my son, that we may … Continue reading The Lord’s Visitation
Assurance of His Presence
“And surely, I am with you always, to the very end of the age” – Matt. 28:20 Little Annie woke up in the middle of the night, screaming on top of her voice. The room was dark, and she felt lonely and afraid. “It’s alright.” Mommy is here.” Relieved, little Annie threw her arms around her … Continue reading Assurance of His Presence
“Abandoned!” Really?
Psalm 71:10-11 New International Version (NIV) For my enemies speak against me; those who wait to kill me conspire together. They say, “God has forsaken him; pursue him and seize him, for no one will rescue him.” For Meditation Isn’t it a joke for your enemies to think that you are helpless and vulnerable with no one to rescue you from … Continue reading “Abandoned!” Really?
Winning Over Offenses
Matthew 15:12 New International Version (NIV) Then the disciples came to him and asked, “Do you know that the Pharisees were offended when they heard this?” For Meditation One of the most difficult things to deal with in life is offence. When what we hear or see from other people does not sit well with … Continue reading Winning Over Offenses
The Attitude that Overcomes
Job 1:20-21 New International Version (NIV) “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.” For Meditation The second and third years of my current fourteen-year pastorate in Dakar, Senegal were the most difficult times of my entire life. For a … Continue reading The Attitude that Overcomes
A Message from God
You know the message God sent to the people of Israel, announcing the good news of peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all - Acts 10:36. The first and last person everybody should listen to, if they desire life, is God. We can dispute His word, argue it as much as we may, or even deny … Continue reading A Message from God
It’s Your Call!
Colossians 3:15 New International Version (NIV) Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. For Meditation It’s your call, this choice between peace and torment in your life. Picture this dialogue between you and God this morning, and may it finally help you … Continue reading It’s Your Call!
Do You Have A Burden?
Nehemiah 1:3 New International Version (NIV) “Those who survived the exile and are back in the province are in great trouble and disgrace. The wall of Jerusalem is broken down, and its gates have been burned with fire.” For Meditation He didn’t have to concern himself with Jerusalem and the condition of the returnees, but … Continue reading Do You Have A Burden?
