Genesis 16:1-2 New International Version Now Sarai, Abram’s wife, had borne him no children. But she had an Egyptian slave named Hagar; so she said to Abram, “The Lord has kept me from having children. Go, sleep with my slave; perhaps I can build a family through her.” Meditation Unbelief is tragic and can lead to impatience, especially in this fast-paced world. Our … Continue reading The Lord Jesus Sees You (1)
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The Silent Cry of the Heart
1 Samuel 25:31 New International Version (NIV) And when the Lord your God has brought my lord success, remember your servant.” For Meditation One tragedy of life is the tendency of some people to conceal their heartache and torment instead of crying for help. These people dress sharply every day and step out in style. They admire … Continue reading The Silent Cry of the Heart
Reminding Ourselves
Photo by PUSCAU DANIEL FLORIN on Pexels.com Romans 12:1-2 New International Version Therefore, I urge you, brothers, and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of … Continue reading Reminding Ourselves
In Your Anxious Moments
Judges 7:9-11 New International Version (NIV) If you are afraid to attack, go down to the camp … and listen to what they are saying … [and] be encouraged.” For Meditation In all of scripture, I have not yet seen any person with whom God dealt so tenderly as Gideon. The man was afraid, had zero … Continue reading In Your Anxious Moments
Look Up And See Jesus In Your Situation
Acts 7:59-60 New King James Version “Look! I see the heavens opened and the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God!” … And they stoned Stephen as he was calling on God and saying, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.” Then he knelt down and cried out with a loud voice, “Lord, do not charge them with this sin.” … Continue reading Look Up And See Jesus In Your Situation
What Holds You Back?
John 12:42 New King James Version Nevertheless even among the rulers many believed in Him, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue. For Meditation There is an ancient tool many leaders use to subdue their critics and silence opposition—favored appointments. It gags the vocal and reasonable, … Continue reading What Holds You Back?
Delivered from Dominion of Darkness
Mark 5:3 New International Version This man lived in the tombs, and no one could bind him anymore, not even with a chain. For Encouragement The man was somebody’s son. I believe his birth was a joy to his family and neighbors. But there he was, possessed by a legion of demons and living in … Continue reading Delivered from Dominion of Darkness
The Beloved of God
Photo by David J. Boozer on Pexels.com Galatians 2:20 New King James Version I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. For Encouragement … Continue reading The Beloved of God
The Heavenly Hand
Psalm 136:12 New King James Version With a strong hand, and with an outstretched arm,For His mercy endures forever. For Encouragement Does God care about the oppressed? People have spoken much about God’s mighty hand actively working on behalf of the world’s suffering and afflicted, but why do so many people suffer under abusive conditions worldwide? The fact … Continue reading The Heavenly Hand
