And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way. Ephesians 1:22-23 You probably know that Scripture defines the church as the body of Christ. But did you realize that it defines […]
“I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one: I in them and you in me.” John 17:22-23a Feeling stirs my heart as I ponder the words of our opening Scripture today. They flowed from the mouth of Jesus on the night of His arrest. […]
“Bring my sons from afar and my daughters from the ends of the earth—everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.” Isaiah 43:6-7 For centuries man has scoured the earth and beyond in search of elusive answers to these haunting questions: Why am I here? […]
And they sang a new song: “You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because you were slain, and with your blood you purchased men for God from every tribe and language and people and nation.” Revelation 5:9 Last week we explored God’s power over creation. Whatever God desires, He simply […]
For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him. Colossians 1:16 God’s voice cut through the darkness, “Let there be . . .” and there was. Consider the implications of that […]
Lord, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, O Lord. Renew them in our day, in our time make them known; in wrath remember mercy. Habakkuk 3:2 Do you ever think it would be easier to trust God if you lived in the days of parting seas and pillars of […]
2013. I can hardly believe another year has found its place in history. Do you ever notice how differently those 365 days can pass? At times, they seem to fly by, like when you blink and suddenly realize summer’s over. Other days—harder days—just drag on. Perhaps you’re in the midst of some difficult days. Maybe […]
The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. John 1:14 What’s your favorite part of the Christmas story? Is it Mary’s response to a visiting angel? Or perhaps the terrified shepherds […]
And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us. Romans 5:5 I love Christmas. It’s always been my very favorite time of year. Don’t get me wrong. If we were strictly talking about weather, summer would certainly get my […]
Last week we saw that Christ’s presence dwelling and moving among His church produces astonishing results. Unfortunately, Christ will only be seen to the extent that His body submits. But, oh, the glory He reveals when we yield! Let’s visit a prayer meeting that took place in the early church after Peter and John had […]
