John 12:42 New King James Version Nevertheless even among the rulers many believed in Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue. For Meditation There is an ancient tool many leaders use to subdue their critics and silence opposition—favored appointments. It gags the vocal and reasonable, … Continue reading What Holds You Back?
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Delivered from Dominion of Darkness
Mark 5:3 New International Version This man lived in the tombs, and no one could bind him anymore, not even with a chain. For Encouragement The man was somebody’s son. I believe his birth was a joy to his family and neighbors. But there he was, possessed by a legion of demons and living in … Continue reading Delivered from Dominion of Darkness
The Beloved of God
Photo by David J. Boozer on Pexels.com Galatians 2:20 New King James Version I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. For Encouragement … Continue reading The Beloved of God
A Shield Against Offense
Proverbs 19:11 New International Version A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense. For Encouragement One of the enemy’s most effective weapons against the children of God is anger. Anger is a destroyer. It gets under a person’s skin and incites them to act beside themselves. The devastation after an … Continue reading A Shield Against Offense
Just Say, “Amen”!
For EncouragementThere is no deception in the Lord. What God says is what you get. God does not waste His words. They are purposeful and never return to Him void. His pronouncements always accomplish His desires and achieve His purposes (Isa. 55:8-11). God is faithful to the core. He is not a man to lie, … Continue reading Just Say, “Amen”!
Our Incomparable God
Isaiah 40:25 New Living Translation To whom will you compare me? Who is my equal?” asks the Holy One. For Meditation Despite our circumstances, we must listen, obey, and rejoice when God speaks. It is simple, but difficult for us because we often forget the One who has spoken. If we maintain a clear image and … Continue reading Our Incomparable God
The Wonder of His Love, Mercy, and Grace (6)
Crafted for Good Works Ephesians 2:10 New International Version For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. For Encouragement After salvation, then what? Does the redeemed walk away into their own creative and selfish ways, assuming they please the Lord? Is that God’s intention … Continue reading The Wonder of His Love, Mercy, and Grace (6)
The Wonder of His Love, Mercy, and Grace (5)
God Did It All Ephesians 2:8-9 New International Version For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For Encouragement Do you remember the testimony before the Pharisees of the man born blind that Jesus healed? … Continue reading The Wonder of His Love, Mercy, and Grace (5)
The Wonder of His Love, Mercy, and Grace (4)
The Higher Purpose of our Salvation Ephesians 2:7 New King James Version That in the ages to come He might show the exceeding riches of His grace in His kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. For Meditation Achievements! Trophies! Certificates! They do not come easily, but with hard work, determination, and purpose. People commit themselves to daring … Continue reading The Wonder of His Love, Mercy, and Grace (4)
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 