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
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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
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?
Hold On Just A Little Longer
Romans 4:17 New International Version (NIV) As it is written: “I have made you a father of many nations.” He is our father in the sight of God, in whom he believed—the God who gives life to the dead and calls into being things that were not. For meditation Waiting for God is among the hardest spiritual … Continue reading Hold On Just A Little Longer
A Contrast in Values
Daniel 1:3-4 New International Version (NIV) Then the king ordered Ashpenaz, chief of his court officials, to bring into the king’s service some of the Israelites from the royal family and the nobility—young men without any physical defect, handsome, showing aptitude for every kind of learning, well informed, quick to understand, and qualified to serve in the … Continue reading A Contrast in Values
How Prepared are You to Meet the Lord?
Luke 24:1 New International Version (NIV) On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. For meditation How joyfully do we prepare ourselves to meet the Lord in corporate worship on Sundays? Consider how meaningful it can be to approach … Continue reading How Prepared are You to Meet the Lord?
Before Your Troubles Began
Esther 3:11 New International Version (NIV) “Keep the money,” the king said to Haman, “and do with the people as you please.” For meditation The Medes and Persians, led by Darius, took Babylon and ended the exile (Daniel 5:31). After seventy years, the Jewish exile ended. King Cyrus ordered the Jerusalem temple rebuilt (Ezra 1:1-4), … Continue reading Before Your Troubles Began
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 