Daniel 1:3-4New 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 … Continue reading A Contrast In Values
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It Matters How You Choose
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 It Matters How You Choose
Let’s Get Off His Seat
Hebrews 3:3 New International Version (NIV) Jesus has been found worthy of greater honor than Moses, just as the builder of a house has greater honor than the house itself. For Meditation As a retired pastor, I see a lot of missteps pastors take, which leads them down the slippery road of pride and lofty living. … Continue reading Let’s Get Off His Seat
A Refreshing Cup of Water
Philippians 2:21-22 New International Version (NIV) For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his father he has served with me in the work of the gospel. For meditation In my brief life as a pastor, many people have touched … Continue reading A Refreshing Cup of Water
Christmas Bells Are Ringing
Isaiah 9:6 New International Version For to us a child is born, to us a son is given. For Meditation Christmas bells are ringing. Shops have emptied their shelves and are stocking up with colorful decorative Christmas goods. Shoppers are doing their accounts to see how much they can afford to bring home for the … Continue reading Christmas Bells Are Ringing
The Bodybuilding Project of God
So, Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors, and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.—Ephesians 4:11-12. A building project is a lofty undertaking. It is far too important a project to trifle with; otherwise, why would anybody spend the time, energy, and money to … Continue reading The Bodybuilding Project of God
Is He A Giver Or What?
Beauty! “Freely you have received, freely give”. (Matthew 5:8). How generous is God? How gracious is He? Look around you today. Consider His creation. Check out the variety of flowers and shades of beauty He has lavished on us for our thrill. Have you been to the countryside lately? How did you feel? Did you … Continue reading Is He A Giver Or What?
Empowered Today!
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth – Acts 1:8. Lately, you hear about conferences on empowerment: political, economic, social, etc. Another phrase for the same cry is advocacy. … Continue reading Empowered Today!
Now Live!
Set Free in Christ Later Jesus found him at the temple and said to him, ‘See, you are well again. Stop sinning or something worse may happen to you.’ – John 5:14 The poor man had been in his condition for 38 years, lying at the Pool of Siloam. He was lame and helpless without human … Continue reading Now Live!
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 