John 2:3 New International Version When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mother said to him, “They have no more wine.” For EncouragementThe wedding was grand, and the guest list had some high-profile names. Mary, Jesus’s mother, and Jesus were there. Suddenly, murmurs of shock and disapproval pervaded the gathering. The servers retired their trays; for … Continue reading The Cana Revealing
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If God Had Not Been On Our Side
Luke 22:31-32 New International Version (NIV) “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail.” For Your Encouragement Trusting in our own abilities reveals a deep flaw in our faith—we know very little about God. We know nothing about His prayer ministry, … Continue reading If God Had Not Been On Our Side
Because God Has Said It
Genesis 37:10 New International Version When he told his father as well as his brothers, his father rebuked him and said, “What is this dream you had? Will your mother and I and your brothers actually come and bow down to the ground before you?” For Encouragement His eyes were starry and bright, filled with childlike wonder … Continue reading Because God Has Said It
A Living Hope to Cherish
1 Peter 1:3-4 New International Version Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. For Encouragement Damba received the news of his life … Continue reading A Living Hope to Cherish
Be Empowered
Photo by Summer Stock on Pexels.com But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth – Acts 1:8. Advocacy groups play a crucial role in addressing political, economic, social, and other issues … Continue reading Be Empowered
A Call of Praise To God
1 Peter 1:3 New International Version Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, For Encouragement God deserves our praise, brethren! I do not know about you, but when I consider His … Continue reading A Call of Praise To God
Our Compassionate God
Luke 7:13 New International Version When the Lord saw her, his heart went out to her and he said, “Don’t cry.” For Encouragement She was going to bury her son, her only child, a widow in a town called Nain, a small town a few miles southeast of Nazareth, Jesus’s hometown (Luke 7:11-17). She was in a … Continue reading Our Compassionate God
Are You A friend?
Proverbs 27:6 New International Version (NIV) Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses. For Meditation Let’s be honest. A rebuke can sting like a bee and take the joy out of a victory lap and deflate the ego. However, it’s a necessary part of our relationships. Much like honest criticism and … Continue reading Are You A friend?
What Is In Your Kiss?
Mark 14:44-46 New International Version Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The one I kiss is the man; arrest him and lead him away under guard.” Going at once to Jesus, Judas said, “Rabbi!” and kissed him. The men seized Jesus and arrested him. For Meditation Growing up in a village in the early fifties, … Continue reading What Is In Your Kiss?
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 