May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.Romans 15:13 Encouragement The Lord, your God, is the God of hope (Rm. 15:13). It is only in Him that you can find hope through the … Continue reading Hope Through the Coronavirus Storm
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Desperate Times
Our God, will you not judge them? For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.2 Chronicles 20:12 Sometimes the Lord reveals the powerlessness of the human race in unusual ways. This is one of such moments. The … Continue reading Desperate Times
Let Go of the Controls
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.Philippians 4:6-7 For Encouragement Anxiety thrives on “What if?” It drags along issues you cannot control. It makes you worry … Continue reading Let Go of the Controls
The Folly of Interrogating the Truth
“What is truth?” retorted Pilate. With this he went out again to the Jews gathered there and said, “I find no basis for a charge against him.John 18:38 For Meditation Whenever the Truth speaks, He stands before you in a way you cannot escape. You either embrace Him and be free or deny Him and … Continue reading The Folly of Interrogating the Truth
Strength Under Control
When Jesus said this, one of the officials nearby slapped him in the face. “Is this the way you answer the high priest?” he demanded.John 18:22 For Meditation Almighty power and authority at my disposal, there is no way I would have let that poor man live; yet, Jesus held His own (23); and that blows my … Continue reading Strength Under Control
A Sanctified Life
How can I curse those whom God has not cursed? How can I denounce those whom the Lord has not denounced?Numbers 23:8 Your Blessing The rogue prophet, Balaam had it right. He had it right because God put those words in his mouth (Nu. 22:35). He spoke for the first time about Israel (23:7-10). He spoke from God … Continue reading A Sanctified Life
Fearless in Christ
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10 Your Encouragement What an encouragement! First, it’s a tremendous privilege to hear the Almighty God, speak to us. Second, It’s sweeter and heart-warming to … Continue reading Fearless in Christ
Into the Battle Front
When he had finished praying, Jesus left with his disciples and crossed the Kidron Valley. On the other side there was a garden, and he and his disciples went into it.John 18:1 For Encouragement It had to be in a garden. Where else could the last Adam go, but into a garden? The first Adam lost the … Continue reading Into the Battle Front
He Prayed for You
Father, I want those you have given me to be with me where I am, and to see my glory, the glory you have given me because you loved me before the creation of the world.John 17:24 Your Blessing --- You were not born yet; yet He prayed for you --- --- The King of glory prayed for … Continue reading He Prayed for You
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 