Psalm 126:1 (LSG) “When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream.” For Meditation Feel the Psalmist’s joy in Psalm 126. Picture the people ascending to Jerusalem to worship, carrying sacrifices. Close your eyes and hear the music in the air. The joy of an unexpected gift is truly incomparable. … Continue reading Restoration of Fortunes
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Faith That Receives
Matthew 9:28 New International Version When he had gone indoors, the blind men came to him, and he asked them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” “Yes, Lord,” they replied. For Encouragement What do you want me to do for you? Do you believe I can do this? Do you want to … Continue reading Faith That Receives
He Is No Ordinary Man
Matthew 9:8 New International Version When the crowd saw this, they were filled with awe; and they praised God,who had given such authority to man. For Encouragement To say that Jesus is a mere mortal like we are is the greatest sacrilege of all time and the most damning. But before you pick up your … Continue reading He Is No Ordinary Man
Take Heart!
Matthew 9:1-2 New International Version Jesus stepped into a boat, crossed over and came to his own town. Some men brought to him a paralyzed man, lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the man, “Take heart, son; your sins are forgiven.” For Encouragement You who are weary or burdened this morning, hear the Lord … Continue reading Take Heart!
No Storm Threatens Him
Matthew 8:24 New International Version Suddenly a furious storm came up on the lake, so that the waves swept over the boat. But Jesus was sleeping. For Encouragement His humanity showed clearly. The Son of God was tired and asleep. The relentless storm—howling winds and rocking waves—could not wake Him. Jesus was on a mission. … Continue reading No Storm Threatens Him
Who Said It’s Over for You?
Who Said It Is Over For You! Judges 6:15-16 New International Version (NIV) “Pardon me, my lord,” Gideon replied, “but how can I save Israel? My clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my family.” The Lord answered, “I will be with you, and you will strike down all the Midianites, leaving none … Continue reading Who Said It’s Over for You?
Treated More Than Fairly
Matthew 20:12 New International Version ‘These who were hired last worked only one hour,’ they said, ‘and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the work and the heat of the day.’ For Meditation They expected more than the last hired man. To their shock, all received the same wage. … Continue reading Treated More Than Fairly
The Bartimaeus Factor
Mark 10:50 New Living Translation (NLT) Bartimaeus threw aside his coat, jumped up, and came to Jesus. For Meditation Do you have a situation that needs divine intervention? How would you respond once that divine touch comes, and you are relieved of that burden? Consider the story of the blind man Bartimaeus and Jesus (Mark … Continue reading The Bartimaeus Factor
To Heed Or To Burn It
Jeremiah 36:23 New International Version Whenever Jehudi had read three or four columns of the scroll, the king cut them off with a scribe’s knife and threw them into the firepot, until the entire scroll was burned in the fire. For Meditation He sat in my office, his eyes reflecting hurt and disappointment. His apprentice had … Continue reading To Heed Or To Burn It
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 