Psalm 71:10-11 New International Version (NIV) For my enemies speak against me … They say, “God has forsaken him; pursue him and seize him, for no one will rescue him.” For Meditation It is fascinating to ponder how our adversaries perceive us in our vulnerable moments. They may see us as helpless and abandoned by the God we … Continue reading Fearless!
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Trusting Our All-Wise God
Photo by Julius Silver on Pexels.com Deuteronomy 1:6-8 New Living Translation “When we were at Mount Sinai, the Lord our God said to us, ‘You have stayed at this mountain long enough. It is time to break camp and move on … Go to the land of the Canaanites and to Lebanon, and all the way to … Continue reading Trusting Our All-Wise God
Experiencing the Holy
Exodus 3:5 New King James Version (NKJV) Then He said, “Do not draw near this place. Take your sandals off your feet, for the place where you stand is holy ground.” For Meditation God told Moses not to come any closer, for where he stood was holy ground. It is an experience we all yearn for daily. … Continue reading Experiencing the Holy
A Test of Grace
Job 42:11 New International Version (NIV) All his brothers and sisters and everyone who had known him before came and ate with him in his house. They comforted and consoled him over all the trouble the Lord had brought on him, and each one gave him a piece of silver and a gold ring. For Meditation Interesting! After … Continue reading A Test of Grace
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
When Confused
When Confused Philippians 4:6-7 New International Version (NIV) Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. For Meditation He missed his flight by about twelve hours. It was … Continue reading When Confused
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
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?