Photo by Anastasia Gemini on Pexels.com 1 Chronicles 28:9 New International Version (NIV) “And you, my son Solomon, acknowledge the God of your father, and serve him with wholehearted devotion and with a willing mind, for the Lord searches every heart and understands every desire and every thought. If you seek him, he will be found by you; but if … Continue reading Service With A Smile
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Compassion and Doing Good
Matthew 25:36-40 New International Version I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me … The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ For … Continue reading Compassion and Doing Good
Restoration of Fortunes
Psalm 126:1 (LSG) “When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream.” For Meditation Feel the Psalmist’s joy in Psalm 126. Picture the people ascending to Jerusalem to worship, carrying sacrifices. Close your eyes and hear the music in the air. The joy of an unexpected gift is truly incomparable. … Continue reading Restoration of Fortunes
Faith That Receives
Matthew 9:28 New International Version When he had gone indoors, the blind men came to him, and he asked them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” “Yes, Lord,” they replied. For Encouragement What do you want me to do for you? Do you believe I can do this? Do you want to … Continue reading Faith That Receives
He Is No Ordinary Man
Matthew 9:8 New International Version When the crowd saw this, they were filled with awe; and they praised God,who had given such authority to man. For Encouragement To say that Jesus is a mere mortal like we are is the greatest sacrilege of all time and the most damning. But before you pick up your … Continue reading He Is No Ordinary Man
Take Heart!
Matthew 9:1-2 New International Version Jesus stepped into a boat, crossed over and came to his own town. Some men brought to him a paralyzed man, lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the man, “Take heart, son; your sins are forgiven.” For Encouragement You who are weary or burdened this morning, hear the Lord … Continue reading Take Heart!
No Storm Threatens Him
Matthew 8:24 New International Version Suddenly a furious storm came up on the lake, so that the waves swept over the boat. But Jesus was sleeping. For Encouragement His humanity showed clearly. The Son of God was tired and asleep. The relentless storm—howling winds and rocking waves—could not wake Him. Jesus was on a mission. … Continue reading No Storm Threatens Him
The Running Rich
Luke 19:4 New International Version So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see him, since Jesus was coming that way. For Encouragement What stands between need and its source? Pride! If an unbeliever puts aside pride and comes to Jesus, they receive eternal life (Jn. 3:16). Pride alone blocks access to Christ, the … Continue reading The Running Rich
Who Said It’s Over for You?
Who Said It Is Over For You! Judges 6:15-16 New International Version (NIV) “Pardon me, my lord,” Gideon replied, “but how can I save Israel? My clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my family.” The Lord answered, “I will be with you, and you will strike down all the Midianites, leaving none … Continue reading Who Said It’s Over for You?
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 