When Conflict Arises Genesis 13:8-9 New International Version So Abram said to Lot, “Let’s not have any quarreling between you and me,or between your herders and mine, for we are close relatives. 9 Is not the whole land before you? Let’s part company. If you go to the left, I’ll go to the right; if you go to … Continue reading When Conflict Arises
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God Has Taken Up Your Cause
Lamentations 3:58English Standard Version You have taken up my cause, O Lord; you have redeemed my life. For EncouragementIf any prophet knew suffering for righteousness’ sake in the Old Testament, it was Jeremiah. Every word he spoke drew only harsh responses, rebuke, and even bodily affliction. They persecuted him for the countercultural messages he carried to a nation that had forsaken … Continue reading God Has Taken Up Your Cause
God’s Masterpiece in Christ
Photo by Abdurahman Yarichev on Pexels.com John 11:25 New King James Version Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. For Encouragement Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep; but I am going there to wake him up (Jn. 11:11). His disciples could … Continue reading God’s Masterpiece in Christ
The Groans of the Afflicted
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 Tamar was a kind and innocent young princess, and truly beautiful. Sadly, her half-brother, Amnon, became obsessed with her … Continue reading The Groans of the Afflicted
God’s Personal Concern – You!
Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh on Pexels.com 1 Peter 5:7 New King James Version Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. For Encouragement The statement grabbed me by the throat and wouldn’t let go. I had something else to write from Paul’s letter to Titus, but Alistair Begg’s devotional yesterday changed … Continue reading God’s Personal Concern – You!
A High Calling that Demands A Surrendered Response
Titus 1:1 New King James Version This letter is from Paul, a slave of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ. I have been sent to proclaim faith to those God has chosen and to teach them to know the truth that shows them how to live godly lives. For Ecouragement When we see the Lord … Continue reading A High Calling that Demands A Surrendered Response
Of Titles And Humility
Titus 1:1 New Living Translation This letter is from Paul, a slave of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ. I have been sent to proclaim faith to those God has chosen and to teach them to know the truth that shows them how to live godly lives. For Encouragement I chuckled when I read … Continue reading Of Titles And Humility
What Is In A Name
John 16:24 New King James Version Until now you have asked nothing in My name. Ask, and you will receive,that your joy may be full. For Encouragement How does a ten-year-old boy find his brother in a big city with only his name and occupation as a taxi driver? Though he was notorious among taxi drivers … Continue reading What Is In A Name
A Promise You Can Believe
John 16:22 New King James Version Therefore you now have sorrow; but I will see you again and your heart will rejoice, and your joy no one will take from you. For Encouragement O, the faithfulness of our loving God and Savior, Jesus Christ and the certainty of His promises! He speaks with authority and calls … Continue reading A Promise You Can Believe