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 […]
Look at me and be astonished; clap your hand over your mouth. Job 21:5 We love to be amazed. Ordinary doesn’t cut it for this generation. Average barely gets a mention. But when something really wows us, we can’t help sharing what we witnessed. Phone lines, Facebook pages and Twitter accounts start buzzing, and news […]
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. Proverbs 1:7 Last week we learned that our path to salvation begins when we possess a proper fear of God. That can only occur when we hold a proper view. Too many of us have such a small view […]
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” Proverbs 9:10 Whether we like the idea or not, Scripture tells us to fear God. The Bible repeatedly links our receipt of His blessings and promises with whether or not we have a heart that fears Him. According […]
For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him. 2 Chronicles 16:9 NIV 1984 I was at my wit’s end. Of course, in those days, it didn’t take much to get me there. I had two little boys under the age of three and […]
Then Jesus turned, and seeing them following, said to them, “What do you seek?” John 1:38 NKJV What do you hope to gain by following Jesus? Have you ever really thought about it? Are you after His blessing and favor in your life? Do you need Him to fix your financial situation? Do […]
But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. 1 Peter 3:15 A few days ago, a friend of mine shared a story […]
Okay, Lord. I’m ready to step. I think. I just need you to confirm this is your will. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve dialogued with God over the issue of doubting His will. In fact, the words above just appeared in my journal this morning. I don’t believe I’m alone in that […]
