The Lord told him, “Go to the house of Judas on Straight Street and ask for a man from Tarsus named Saul, for he is praying. In a vision he has seen a man named Ananias come and place his hands on him to restore his sight.”Acts 9:11-12 For Meditation The Lord had his attention and spoke to him … Continue reading A Willing and Ready Disciple?
Word of the Day
Seeking Intimacy
Moses said to God, “Suppose I go to the Israelites and say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you,’ and they ask me, ‘What is his name?’ Then what shall I tell them?”Exodus 3:14 For MeditationWhy did Moses ask this question? Perhaps he wanted a personal identification. Yes, God had said … Continue reading Seeking Intimacy
The Challenge of Faith
And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.Hebrews 11:6 For Meditation Real faith is not just the assurance of a particular outcome. It is absolute confidence in God's ability, regardless of one's circumstances. Whatever God … Continue reading The Challenge of Faith
Lessons from the Wilderness Preacher
People went out to him from Jerusalem and all Judea and the whole region of the Jordan.Matthew 3:5 For Meditation He burst out of the wilderness, dressed in clothes made of camel’s hair, with a leather belt to hold it up around his waist. His food was locust and honey (Matt. 3:1-6). What a combination! … Continue reading Lessons from the Wilderness Preacher
A Reason for Heaven to Celebrate.
Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him.Matthew 4:11 For Meditation Angels stand at attention, their ears perked, eyes focused, tongues readied, and their voices keyed to sing and praise God in joyful celebration when you stand at the threshold of temptation. Heaven has noted you for your convictions and has acknowledged your … Continue reading A Reason for Heaven to Celebrate.
The Curveball of God
A messenger came to Saul, saying, “Come quickly! The Philistines are raiding the land.” Then Saul broke off his pursuit of David and went to meet the Philistines.1 Samuel 23:27-28 For Meditation The timing of God is impeccable. His eyes are keenly set on his children to rescue and deliver from imminent dangers, some of … Continue reading The Curveball of God
My Joy Today.
Habakkuk 3:17-19 New International Version Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines,though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food,though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls,yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior. The Sovereign Lord is my … Continue reading My Joy Today.
The Surprise of the World
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.Luke 2:10-11 For YOUR ENCOURAGEMENT He burst forth through the heavens and came down in human flesh. … Continue reading The Surprise of the World
The Savior Looked Up
When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today.”Luke 19:5 For Meditation. I love Jesus. Why wouldn’t I? After all that I did to hide from Him, Jesus never left me to my self-deluded and destructive ways. Sometimes, I pretended to love … Continue reading The Savior Looked Up
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 