Proverbs 22:1 New International Version (NIV) A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. For Meditation Reputation is like a shadow. It either goes before or behind us. As defined by the Encarta dictionary, it embodies “the views that are generally held about somebody or … Continue reading The Essence of A Good Reputation

“Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about” (Acts 1:4). After His resurrection, Jesus commissioned His disciples to go into the world and make disciples of all nations (Matt. 28:19-20). Jesus knew they couldn’t accomplish the mission on their own. There were mountains of opposition … Continue reading Finding it Difficult to Obey?

Romans 1:16 New International Version (NIV) For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. For Meditation With joy overflowing in me this morning, I stand before the throne of grace to shamelessly make this declaration with the … Continue reading Shameless Declarations

Matthew 19:26 New International Version (NIV) Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” For meditation The selection process was over and she sat in the bus with a heavy heart. What was she going to tell her little girl whose hope had come to rest … Continue reading It Is Possible!

2 Corinthians 1:3-4 New International Version (NIV) Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. For meditation These words could … Continue reading Comfort! Share It.

1 Corinthians 1:4 New International Version (NIV) I always thank my God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus. For Meditation It is always good to thank God for the lives of others. When we see excellence in the lives of other people and rejoice for them, it rises to God as … Continue reading Thankful for You

 Luke 8:49 New International Version (NIV) While Jesus was still speaking, someone came from the house of Jairus, the synagogue leader. “Your daughter is dead,” he said. “Don’t bother the teacher anymore.” For meditation O, the agony of personal loss! How painful to the hopeful and disappointing to  the eager saint! For, when the last train … Continue reading When Jesus speaks …

Philippians 2:21-22 New International Version (NIV) For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his father he has served with me in the work of the gospel. For meditation In my short life as a pastor, I have been touched … Continue reading A Refreshing Cup of Water