Isaiah 41:10 New International Version (NIV) So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. For meditation Recent events worldwide and around us have struck fear in many hearts. Every day brings unavoidable terrifying news, causing anxiety … Continue reading Your Mighty and Infallible Helper
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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
Surprised by God
Genesis 16:13 New Living Translation Thereafter, Hagar used another name to refer to the Lord, who had spoken to her. She said, “You are the God who sees me.” She also said, “Have I truly seen the One who sees me?” For Encouragement “The Angel of the Lord found Hagar near a spring in the desert” … Continue reading Surprised by God
Finding Hope in Crises – Part 2
Psalm 46:1 New King James Version God is our refuge and strength,A very present help in trouble. For Encouragement Psalm forty-six is one of my favorite psalms. It has a gentle and sweet appeal to the heart that calms the mind and soothes the soul. When situations assail our peace and threaten our stability, this golden psalm, penned by … Continue reading Finding Hope in Crises – Part 2
Chase Fear Out Of Your Life
Chase the Fear Out of Your Life Romans 8:33 New International Version (NIV) Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. For meditation Worry and fear are two instruments the enemy uses with powerful effects against believers. They are natural emotions everyone sometimes experiences in life. The uninformed … Continue reading Chase Fear Out Of Your Life
Seeker of the Lost
Luke 15:5-6 New International Version And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’ For Meditation Having the ninety-nine sheep in the fold is good, but not them only. They … Continue reading Seeker of the Lost
Just Believe Indeed!
Just Believe Indeed! Mark 5:41-42 New International Version He took her by the hand and said to her, “Talitha koum!” (which means “Little girl, I say to you, get up!”). Immediately the girl stood up and began to walk around (she was twelve years old). At this they were completely astonished. For Meditation I have tried to imagine the posture … Continue reading Just Believe Indeed!
Powerful Words of Encouragement!
Mark 5:36 New International Version Overhearing what they said, Jesus told him, “Don’t be afraid; just believe.” For Meditation Against all odds, this synagogue ruler came to Jesus and prostrated before Him, pleading earnestly with Him to come and heal his dying daughter (Mk. 5:22). His kind did not accept the ministry of Jesus and had rallied … Continue reading Powerful Words of Encouragement!
Let Go of the Unnecessary Fear
Genesis 32:7-8 New King James Version So, Jacob was greatly afraid and distressed; and he divided the people that were with him, and the flocks and herds and camels, into two companies. And he said, “If Esau comes to the one company and attacks it, then the other company which is left will escape.” For Your Encouragement The offender runs … Continue reading Let Go of the Unnecessary Fear
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 