1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 New International Version (NIV) Rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. For Meditation Trusting God in our pain is never easy, and many have struggled to accept His fairness and justice when our circumstances have called us to suffer. Tears have not … Continue reading God knows Why
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Discipleship Is Not Cheap
Luke 19:8 New International Version (NIV) But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord! Here and now I give half of my possessions to the poor, and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay back four times the amount.” For Meditation Zacchaeus received more than he bargained for. He just … Continue reading Discipleship Is Not Cheap
Unnecessary Anguish
Acts 5:3 New International Version (NIV) Then Peter said, Ananias, how is it that Satan has so filled your heart that you have lied to the Holy Spirit and have kept for yourself some of the money you received for the land? For Meditation What if Ananias and Sapphira had children? This question has been … Continue reading Unnecessary Anguish
Playing with Fire
“Ananias, how is it that Satan has so filled your heart that you have lied to the Holy Spirit and have kept for yourself some of the money you received for the land? – Acts 5:3 Is telling a lie okay? Does God really understand when we tell a lie to get out of trouble? Is lying any less … Continue reading Playing with Fire
The Solution in Your Hands
Hebrews 4:16 New International Version (NIV) Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. For meditation I shivered in bed this morning for nothing. The bedsheet provided no warmth. I turned uncomfortably around, as sleep eluded me. Why … Continue reading The Solution in Your Hands
Point of Blessing
Acts 27:24 New International Version (NIV) Do not be afraid, Paul … and God has graciously given you the lives of all who sail with you. For Meditation They were caught in a furious storm. Majority of them took the decision to sail against Paul’s counsel. Now they were fighting for their lives on high … Continue reading Point of Blessing
Maybe Not …
Ruth 4:6 New International Version (NIV) At this, the guardian-redeemer said, “Then I cannot redeem it because I might endanger my own estate. You redeem it yourself. I cannot do it.” For meditation He readily accepted to buy Elimelech’s field Naomi was selling, as Boaz wisely put it before the elders of the town (Ruth 4:2-12). … Continue reading Maybe Not …
A Contrast in Beauty and Tact
His name was Nabal, and his wife’s name was Abigail. She was an intelligent and beautiful woman, but her husband was surly and mean in his dealings—he was a Calebite - 1 Samuel 25:3. The commentary is very specific. Abigail was intelligent and beautiful. Nabal was surly and mean (1 Sam. 25:3). The contrast is … Continue reading A Contrast in Beauty and Tact
A Day for Reflection
Ecclesiastes 3:1 New International Version (NIV) There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens For Meditation Today is a day for reflection. It’s a day with its peculiar activities. At midnight, every activity for Saturday 22 July 2017 will cease, and we’ll bid today, goodbye. A new season will … Continue reading A Day for Reflection
