“But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be demanded from you. Then who will get what you have prepared for yourself?Luke 12:20 The occasion was a graduation ceremony at the University of Connecticut, where Sam, a young African student, received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in 1984. Family and friends … Continue reading Eat, Drink, and be Merry
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The Late Hour Request
And He said to them, “Which of you shall have a friend, and go to him at midnight and say to him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves; for a friend of mine has come to me on his journey, and I have nothing to set before him'“ (Luke 11:5-6). You have no provision, but you have … Continue reading The Late Hour Request
Desperate for the Kingdom?
Now behold, one came and said to Him, “Good Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may have eternal life?”Matthew 19:16 How desirous are you of living a spiritual life? Do you covet it enough to trade something of immense value for it? What wise person will not sacrifice everything to gain what they genuinely … Continue reading Desperate for the Kingdom?
Whacked from the Blindside
Elijah was afraid and ran for his life. When he came to Beersheba in Judah, he left his servant there.—1 Kings 19:3 The deadliest blow is that which you did not see coming. It has the power of surprise and lands with a lethal force that spins a million stars in the eyes. I did not see it coming … Continue reading Whacked from the Blindside
Who You Are In Christ
Your Encouragement 1 Peter 2:9 New International Version But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. Let's live as such for the glory of God. Shalom and good evening.
What Is Truth?
Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free—John 8:32. “What is truth?” Pilate once asked (John 18a:38). Whether sarcastically or out of ignorance, the Governor of Palestine asked Jesus as He stood trial before him. He struggled with what to do with Jesus. The accusations the Jewish leaders brought against Jesus … Continue reading What Is Truth?
Are You An Elijah?
1 Kings 18:25 New Living Translation Then Elijah said to the prophets of Baal, “You go first, for there are many of you. Choose one of the bulls, and prepare it and call on the name of your god. But do not set fire to the wood.” For Meditation Four hundred prophets of Baal showed … Continue reading Are You An Elijah?
Praising the Lord
O Lord, I will honor and praise your name, for you are my God.You do such wonderful things! You planned them long ago, and now you have accomplished them Isaiah 25:1 [nlt] Shalom and good morning
Questions To Ask Before…
“Alas, Sovereign LORD, why did you ever bring this people across the Jordan to deliver them into the hands of the Amorites to destroy us… the Canaanites and other people of the country will surround us and wipe our name from the earth” (Joshua 7:7-9). Has God told you to shut up before? Has He … Continue reading Questions To Ask Before…
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 