1 Kings 22:7 New International Version But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there no longer a prophet of the Lord here whom we can inquire of?” For Encouragement Too many voices are rising in the name of Jesus in the church today. But who is speaking His word? The prophetic ministry has trivialized the essence of listening to and hearing from … Continue reading The Ahab Syndrome
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The Director of your Life
The Director of Your Life Psalm 37:23-24 New Living Translation The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives.Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand. For Encouragement As I meditated on this scripture today, my mind settled on the word—directs. The role of a film director … Continue reading The Director of your Life
The Marvel of Knowing Christ
John 1:50 New International Version Jesus said, “You believe because I told you I saw you under the fig tree. You will see greater things than that.” For Meditation Every day is a marvel with Jesus. He opens Himself to us in portions we can handle and enjoy, thus growing into His likeness each day. Canaan was … Continue reading The Marvel of Knowing Christ
Treated More Than Fairly
Matthew 20:15 New International Version Is it not lawful for me to do what I wish with my own things? Or is your eye evil because I am good?’ For Meditation He came expecting more than the last person hired. What shocking news greeted him—the same wages for him as for the person who came last! … Continue reading Treated More Than Fairly
Do You Not Get It?
Mark 2:7 New King James Version “Why does this Man speak blasphemies like this? Who can forgive sins but God alone?” For Meditation Hello, teachers of the law! That’s the point. Jesus is God! You are right when you say no one can forgive sins but God. However, He Jesus did. Can’t you get it? His command is … Continue reading Do You Not Get It?
Do You Know Who He Is?
Mark 1:24 New King James Version “What do you want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are—the Holy One of God!” For Meditation Jesus had just started His ministry after His baptism. He went to Capernaum and taught in the synagogue in a way that amazed the people. … Continue reading Do You Know Who He Is?
The Lord of Surprises
As he approached the town gate, a dead person was being carried out—the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. And a large crowd from the town was with her. When the Lord saw her, his heart went out to her, and he said, “Don’t cry.” Luke 7:12-13. Did this poor widow expect to see … Continue reading The Lord of Surprises
The Cry of the Afflicted (2)
Job 24:12 New King James Version The dying groan in the city,And the souls of the wounded cry out;Yet God does not charge them with wrong. For Encouragement We have a lot to learn from the tragic consequences of the rape of Tamar by her brother, Amnon (2 Samuel 13:1-22). Unfortunately, similar stories are told in silence … Continue reading The Cry of the Afflicted (2)
The Cry of the Afflicted (1)
2 Samuel 13:19 New International Version Tamar put ashes on her head and tore the ornate robe she was wearing. She put her hands on her head and went away, weeping aloud as she went. For Meditation She was innocent and caring, young, and with her life wide open before her. She loved people and desired … Continue reading The Cry of the Afflicted (1)
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 