Photo by Anthony ud83dude42 on Pexels.com Genesis 22:1 New International Version Sometime later God tested Abraham. He said to him, “Abraham!” “Here I am,” he replied. For Encouragement In 2003, God called my family from Ghana to pastor the International Church of Dakar. One year into our tenure, we faced a fiery trial as seven members, including … Continue reading When God Tests
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Running for the Crown
Photo by Dania Ortega on Pexels.com Hebrews 12:12 New Living Translation (NLT) So take a new grip with your tired hands and strengthen your weak knees. For Meditation The race is long, and the course is challenging. Yet, it is the only way to glory. The training regimen is rigorous, and we need self-discipline as … Continue reading Running for the Crown
Not What You Think It Is
Mark 4:38 New International Version Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?” For Encouragement It’s the weekend. A lot has transpired during the week. You are tired and need rest, but how can you when you have so … Continue reading Not What You Think It Is
Overcoming Provocation
1 Samuel 1:6 New International Version Because the Lord had closed Hannah’s womb, her rival kept provoking her in order to irritate her. For Meditation Being childless is grievous, especially in a polygamous marriage. Peninnah, the other wife of Elkanah, provoked Hannah because God had closed her womb (1 Samuel 1:6-7). Naturally, she grieved over her situation, … Continue reading Overcoming Provocation
Alertness Commanded
1 Peter 5:8 New International Version (NIV) Be alert and of sober mind. For Meditation If any command demands emphasis in the church today, it is alertness. Rapid events today suggest the imminent arrival of our Lord. The cynic will scoff, saying they have heard it before. The young and naïve will frown and say, … Continue reading Alertness Commanded
Peace In A Tumultuous World
Isaiah 26:3 New International Version You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. For Meditation Amidst the hustle and bustle of our lives, a subtle danger lurks—restlessness. This inner turmoil threatens the tranquility of our existence. We find ourselves caught in the whirlwind of busyness, striving for success and results, which … Continue reading Peace In A Tumultuous World
Do Not Let Them
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Galatians 6:17 New International Version (NIV) From now on, let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus. For Meditation The Apostle Paul was right. All who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution (2 Timothy 3:1-2). It can be difficult for … Continue reading Do Not Let Them
Give It All to Christ
John 1:23 New International Version (NIV) John replied in the words of Isaiah the prophet, “I am the voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Make straight the way for the Lord.’” For Meditation It is vital to remind ourselves constantly that our life is not about us but all about God and His eternal … Continue reading Give It All to Christ
He Knows Your Pain
Photo by Kindel Media on Pexels.com Proverbs 17:13 New International Version Evil will never leave the house of one who pays back evil for good. For Meditation You opened your heart and gave your best to help them. You sought no payback. Neither did you intend to call for reciprocal action when you need a favor. You … Continue reading He Knows Your Pain
