Acts 7:22 New International Version (NIV) Moses was educated in all the wisdom of the Egyptians and was powerful in speech and action. For Meditation Moses made one critical choice in life: “He chose to be mistreated along with the people of God rather than to enjoy the fleeting pleasures of sin” (Heb. 11:25). He walked away … Continue reading One Critical Choice
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When You Know You Messed Up
2 Samuel 17:23 New International Version (NIV) When Ahithophel saw that his advice had not been followed, he saddled his donkey and set out for his house in his hometown. He put his house in order and then hanged himself. For meditation Faithfulness is divine and emphasizes our commitment to a relationship, a covenant, or a course. … Continue reading When You Know You Messed Up
Of Decisions and Consequences
Genesis 25:32 New International Version (NIV) “Look, I am about to die,” Esau said. “What good is the birthright to me?” For meditation Maybe Jacob set a trap for Esau when Esau came from the open country, famished; or maybe he did not (Gen. 25:29-34). It could also be that Jacob took advantage of Esau’s … Continue reading Of Decisions and Consequences
Rewarded by Faith
Matthew 8:8 New International Version (NIV) The centurion replied, “Lord, I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. For Meditation He came for one thing – healing for his servant. The centurion was driven by his love for his servant to … Continue reading Rewarded by Faith
His Promises and Conditions
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 God has exalted Christ Jesus to the highest place and given a name that is above every name – the name at the … Continue reading His Promises and Conditions
The Poison of Doubt
Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else? – Matthew 11:3 Doubt is an uncertain feeling in the mind that usually questions previously held beliefs. It has the potential of destroying relationships because it spawns suspicions about other peoples’ motives. When comfortably settled in one’s mind, it takes the … Continue reading The Poison of Doubt
It Is Well
Luke 8:50 New International Version (NIV) Hearing this, Jesus said to Jairus, “Don’t be afraid; just believe, and she will be healed.” For meditation O, the beauty of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! His presence is so warm and comforting; there is peace and safety at all times around Him. The Psalmist was right. “Whoever … Continue reading It Is Well
Alive and Active
Luke 24:32 New International Version (NIV) “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?” For Meditation The story is told of a supervisor who ordered a casually dressed man he saw around his company’s premises to carry a box to a delivery truck without … Continue reading Alive and Active
God Sees
Genesis 16:9 New International Version (NIV) Then the angel of the Lord told her, “Go back to your mistress and submit to her.” Meditation Hagar’s story is not often told, because of its dark side; but it is important to once in a while glean in such places with the light of God for lessons, warnings and … Continue reading God Sees
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 