2 Chronicles 26:23 New International Version (NIV) Uzziah rested with his ancestors and was buried near them in a cemetery that belonged to the kings, for people said, “He had leprosy.” And Jotham his son succeeded him as king. For meditation If you should die today, how will the epithet on your grave read? What will … Continue reading “He Had Leprosy”
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Meaning Is Not Doing
Mark 14:29 New International Version Peter declared, “Even if all fall away, I will not.” For Meditation He meant what he said. It was a promise he intended to keep, and his Master knew it. The Master, however, knew something Peter didn’t know—how weak he was, and which would exhibit soon when the fury of … Continue reading Meaning Is Not Doing
The Fear and Lure of the Crowd
Today’s Reading: Thursday, 14 April: John 17- John 18 Romans 8; Psalm 22 “It was cold, and the servants and officials stood around a fire they had made to keep warm. Peter also was standing with them, warming himself” (John 18:18). The Fear and Lure of the Crowd Innocently, he stood there, warming himself. Among the … Continue reading The Fear and Lure of the Crowd
IF THE LORD HAD NOT BEEN ON OUR SIDE
And the Lord said, “Simon, Simon! Indeed, Satan has asked for you, that he may sift you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren” - Luke 22:31-32 The schemes of the devil are subtle and ensnaring. Without the Lord, we all have no chance against … Continue reading IF THE LORD HAD NOT BEEN ON OUR SIDE
The Cry of the Wounded
Job 24:12 New International Version The groans of the dying rise from the city, and the souls of the wounded cry out for help. But God charges no one with wrongdoing. For Encouragement The carnage is always devastating. It is an age-old story everywhere people have fought wars—often senseless. Women, children, the aged, the disabled, and … Continue reading The Cry of the Wounded
That You Can Believe
Mark 9:21-24 New International Version Jesus asked the boy’s father, “How long has he been like this?” “From childhood,” he answered. “It has often thrown him into fire or water to kill him. But if you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.” “‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” Immediately … Continue reading That You Can Believe
Watch Out!
Watch Out! Jeremiah 9:23-24 New Living Translation This is what the Lord says: “Don’t let the wise boast in their wisdom, or the powerful boast in their power, or the rich boast in their riches. But those who wish to boast should boast in this alone: that they truly know me and understand that I … Continue reading Watch Out!
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 