1 Samuel 17:10-11 New International Version Then the Philistine said, “This day, I defy the armies of Israel! Give me a man, and let us fight each other.” On hearing the Philistine’s words, Saul and all the Israelites were dismayed and terrified. For Encouragement It was a moment to exalt the LORD before the Philistines and their … Continue reading Fear Not!
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The Spirit of Courage
Photo by Cleber wendder Nascimento on Pexels.com 1 Corinthians 16:13 New International Version Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. For Encouragement After the Battle of Dunkirk, Britain, though demoralized, displayed remarkable courage and determination in the face of Hitler’s forces’ looming threat. They had left much behind in France … Continue reading The Spirit of Courage
The Prudent Thing To Do
Alas, Sovereign LORD, why did you ever bring this people across the Jordan to deliver them into the hands of the Amorites to destroy us … the Canaanites and other people of the country will surround us and wipe our name from the earth” (Joshua 7:7-9) For Encouragement Has God told you to shut up … Continue reading The Prudent Thing To Do
The RidiculousThings of God
Leave here, turn eastward and hide in the Kerith Ravine, east of the Jordan. You will drink from the brook, and I have directed the ravens to supply you with food there - 1 Kings 17:3-4 For Encouragement This Papa that we serve! His ways are not just unfathomable, they are awe-inspiring. The things He does and … Continue reading The RidiculousThings of God
Hasty Promises and God’s Grace
Matthew 26:33 New King James Version Peter answered and said to Him, “Even if all are [a]made to stumble because of You, I will never be made to stumble.” For EncouragementIf there is any area of our lives in which we need more grace to support us, it is holding back our words and letting our … Continue reading Hasty Promises and God’s Grace
Our God Reigns
Photo by Kasuma on Pexels.com Psalm 46:10 New King James Version Be still, and know that I am God;I will be exalted among the nations,I will be exalted in the earth! For Encouragement and Comfort An Akan proverb has a word for the world today: The fool thinks it does not concern him when the rain destroys … Continue reading Our God Reigns
Prioritizing God’s Glory
Numbers 14:12 New King James Version I will strike them with the pestilence and disinherit them, and I will make of you a nation greater and mightier than they. For Meditation My grandchildren were watching a TV show I did not understand, but a section caught my attention. Ten contestants remained in separate rooms. Outside, the … Continue reading Prioritizing God’s Glory
What Is Going on Here?
Numbers 14:1 New King James Version So all the congregation lifted up their voices and cried, and the people wept that night. For Meditation What’s going on here, I mean, with your faith? What was supposed to be an encouraging and uplifting report to spur the congregation of Israel on to a remarkable conquest of Canaan … Continue reading What Is Going on Here?
Faith Is Bold Regardless
Numbers 13:30 New International Version Then Caleb silenced the people before Moses and said, “We should go up and take possession of the land, for we can certainly do it.” For Encouragement They went on a mission: to explore the Promised Land flowing with milk and honey and to bring back a report. God said it … Continue reading Faith Is Bold Regardless
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 