I recently heard a Jewish man talking about why he wore the skullcap, known as a kipa in the Hebrew language. I was fascinated at his explanation, as it opened my eyes as to another perspective on the birth of Christ.
Read more..If you have suffered or are suffering because of someone else’s words, you’ll be glad to know that there is a balm for this laceration. Read 1 Peter 2:23
Read more..There is relatively little difference between the most ungrateful, wicked people I can think of and me, and I had better be deeply grateful that God is, in fact, "unfair" in this way,
Read more..We live in a scary world. One of the hardest things I have to do is to let go and let God. I want to run my world, my way and on my schedule. Relax and remember that God is in control.
Read more..The hope of the gospel is a blessed hope, uniquely tied to the resurrection of Christ from the dead and His return. This hope is much different than wishful thinking, positive thinking, or religious thinking that is not based upon the Word of God.
Read more..Matthew 24:35 "Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words remain forever".When all else fails, when hope is almost gone, we can come back to the Word of God, which is "quick and powerful and sharper than a two-edged sword." It will have the answer for every problem, every burden, every need we face.
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Read more..There is something that can be in your life that is more powerful than the influences of the world. The world cannot overcome this power, but this power can overcome the world. This power is available to every heart that believes.
Read more..God doesn’t want us listening to the voice of doom that often bounces around in our heads and says things like, “I just don’t have the talent, education, or drive to make it.” In 1 Thessalonians, Apostle Paul tells us to build each other up.
Read more..Welcome Jesus into the midst of this turbulent time. Don’t let the storm turn you inward. Let it turn you upward.
Read more..Do you have someone in your life you’re constantly trying to please? Confess to your heavenly Father today, and ask Him how to seek His approval alone.
Read more..Like a ray of light piercing the dark depths of the ocean; God reminds us with His word that nothing can separate us from His Love.
Read more..My life shall touch a dozen lives Before this day is done, Leave countless marks of good or ill, Ere sets the evening sun. This, the wish I always wish,
Read more..Instead of feeling hopeless and discouraged by life’s trials, we can choose to walk with God in peace and joy.
Read more..“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 Where can we go when all the walls fall and all the armies crumble and all hope is lost? To the eternal God, who is our Father.
Read more..Through all that’s going on within us and around us, God is still there. God is good. Still worthy. Faithful. Still lifting. Caring.
Read more..Do you want to be happy tomorrow? Then sow seeds of happiness today. Count blessings. Memorize Bible verses. Pray. Sing hymns. Spend time encouraging people.
Read more..Father, let us worship you in our lives today, not fear you…let us come to you my God, my Savior, and seek a deep and intimate loving relationship with you;
Read more..God does know us. We cannot pretend we are something we are not with him. He knows us — inside and out, through and through. This should liberate us to share a remarkable degree of intimacy with him, but most of us run from such a close relationship with our Father.
Read more..Thought: Through the enabling of God's Holy Spirit, I will seek ways to become a peacemaker in building bridges of love, trust and understanding where there is now conflict, discord and even hate.
Read more..Read: Psalm 103:10-14 Have you ever come to the Lord in repentance, confessing your wrongdoing,
Read more..I believe Jesus delights in us today, especially those who come to Him with the same childlike faith rushing forward with determination.
Read more..Devotional: Today, the church is overstocked with Christians whose love has grown cold. On the other hand, intercessory prayer is a sweet aroma to God.
Read more..Even when there is no comfort to be found in the world, there is comfort in God. There is no need for you to collapse in despair. Go to the Comforter, and ask Him to give you consolation.
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