Luke 22:51 New International Version But Jesus answered, “No more of this!” And he touched the man’s ear and healed him. For Meditation His Master was under attack (Luke 22:47-53). What should he do — stand aloof and let the detachment from the high priest have their way? How could he deal with himself later? After all, … Continue reading A Radical Response to Your Enemy
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Remembrance and Blessings
Genesis 8:1 New International Version (NIV) But God remembered Noah and all the wild animals and the livestock that were with him in the ark, and he sent a wind over the earth, and the waters receded. For meditation The Bible has stories about how God remembered some people at critical times in their lives. It would … Continue reading Remembrance and Blessings
God Can Surprise You, Friend!
Acts 12:14-15 New King James Version When she recognized Peter’s voice, because of her gladness she did not open the gate, but ran in and announced that Peter stood before the gate. But they said to her, “You are beside yourself!” Yet she kept insisting that it was so. So they said, “It is his angel.” For Encouragement They … Continue reading God Can Surprise You, Friend!
Not What You Think It Is
Mark 4:38 New International Version Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?” For Encouragement It’s the weekend. A lot has transpired during the week. You are tired and need rest, but how can you when you have so … Continue reading Not What You Think It Is
The Cry of the Wounded
Photo by Alex Green on Pexels.com Psalm 55:6 New International Version I said, “Oh, that I had the wings of a dove! I would fly away and be at rest. For Meditation Where do you turn when you come under constant and fiery attacks from people around you? What do you do when your enemies assail … Continue reading The Cry of the Wounded
Sprinkle and Flavor
Matthew 5:13 New International Version (NIV) “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. For meditation A tasty food owes every compliment it gets chiefly to one … Continue reading Sprinkle and Flavor
Overcoming Provocation
1 Samuel 1:6 New International Version Because the Lord had closed Hannah’s womb, her rival kept provoking her in order to irritate her. For Meditation Being childless is grievous, especially in a polygamous marriage. Peninnah, the other wife of Elkanah, provoked Hannah because God had closed her womb (1 Samuel 1:6-7). Naturally, she grieved over her situation, … Continue reading Overcoming Provocation
Alertness Commanded
1 Peter 5:8 New International Version (NIV) Be alert and of sober mind. For Meditation If any command demands emphasis in the church today, it is alertness. Rapid events today suggest the imminent arrival of our Lord. The cynic will scoff, saying they have heard it before. The young and naïve will frown and say, … Continue reading Alertness Commanded
Peace In A Tumultuous World
Isaiah 26:3 New International Version You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. For Meditation Amidst the hustle and bustle of our lives, a subtle danger lurks—restlessness. This inner turmoil threatens the tranquility of our existence. We find ourselves caught in the whirlwind of busyness, striving for success and results, which … Continue reading Peace In A Tumultuous World
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 