Tag: Jesus

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2020-11-22

Who Do You Say I Am?

“But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Peter answered, “You

2020-11-21

Blessed are the Humble

As commonly interpreted, the word “blessed” means “happy” You and I are assured of happiness when we are making conscious strides toward humility. All of this becomes possible as we yield to God’s indwelling Holy Spirit.

2020-11-21

A Little Frayed

The frenzied pace we sometimes choose to keep can take a toll on our homes and impact our relationships. When we live at a pace that continually drains us we end up taking it out on those closest to us.

2020-11-20

Seed Planter

How much faith do you need to plant a seed and to make it grow? Planting feels like a lot of work without seeing much results on the spot.

2020-11-17

David’s Tears

When I was young, most boys were told that a man doesn't cry. It showed emotional weakness and loss of control. A boy that cried was told he was acting like a girl! But in Psalm 86, David declared, “Be merciful to me, O Lord, for I cry to You all day long.”

2020-11-16

Putting Out Fires

Wickedness is like fire, it does not stay in one place, but burns out of control.

2020-11-16

Jonah Just Doesn’t Get it

Jonah was so caught up in his own self-righteousness that, in the end, all he could care about was himself and a stupid plant. Meanwhile, God was having compassion for a hundred and twenty thousand people who were trapped in their own ignorance, along with many animals, which God cared about, too.

2020-11-15

Talk the Walk

Is it possible to tame our tongue?Only with God’s help. Practically, think before speaking. Choose and use words wisely – intentionally avoiding gossip, soul-searing slander

2020-11-15

Pay Back Time

The Holy Spirit is the guide who nudges our heart when we are prone to get off God’s track. Pay attention to the stirrings of your soul.

2020-11-14

Leaning on God

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” Proverbs 3:5

2020-11-12

Soulful Rest

Jesus saw the burdens that were put on the people and knew how weary they felt. He called the people to come to him instead.

2020-11-10

Words

“You are a good boy.” in my mind, I thought, “Really, am I really good?” You see, no one had ever described me in this way.

2020-11-09

A Prayer for the Nearness of God

Gracious Father, I thank you that there are no limits to when you will come to us. You still come near, every day, when we come and behold you. Help me to focus the eyes of my heart on you today and take your presence with me wherever I go. In Jesus’ name, amen.

2020-11-08

Suffering Alone

At some point, we all experience heartache. But one thing is certain: Jesus will be standing by our side to strengthen and deliver us in our time of need.

2020-11-07

Five Reasons Why God Calls His People “Sheep”

Sheep need a shepherd. Sheep need a constant overseer. Other animals can fend for themselves. But not sheep. Sheep need a shepherd whose life work is to care for his sheep.

2020-11-06

Peace

God's covenant of peace is more than just the absence of struggle and fear. His peace is for your security and well-being. Receive the blessing of shalom from your covenant-keeping God. He is the government of peace in your life. His peace gives you safety, joy, and wholeness of your spirit, soul, and body.

2020-11-05

7 Good Things to Know about Hard Times

7 Good Things to Know about Hard Times. Comments and verses to focus on during hard times.

2020-11-04

Pursuing God

It is easy to postpone quiet times with God. God makes a promise: “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.” James 4:8

2020-11-03

Deliver Us from Evil

I grew up saying the Lord's Prayer. I've said it so often that I to tend to rattle through the words. Many of us do, I suppose. In fact, I read that if I say the Lord’s Prayer as I wash my hands,

2020-11-03

Help for Prevailing Problems

Does one prevailing problem leech your life? Some are prone to cheat. Others quick to doubt. Maybe you worry. Yes, everyone worries some, but you own the national distributorship of anxiety.

2020-11-02

Temptations: Doors Closing

We were driving through a small town in southwestern British Columbia when I noticed the sign on a clothing store. The store was called TEMPTATIONS. Interesting name, I thought. Then I smiled when I saw that both of the show windows had huge white banners proclaiming, “DOORS CLOSING.”

2020-11-01

Guard Your Heart

“Above all else, guard your heart, for it affects everything you do.” Proverbs 4:23 (NLT) Years ago I said to my brother, “I’m not sure if that’s supposed to be a compliment or an insult.” I’ll never forget what he said next.

2020-11-01

He Can Help!

The Word of God is the secret of faith. "Faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God."

2020-10-31

Steadfast in a Fearful World

God never defaults on His promises. He never walks away. He never gets it wrong. God’s Word tells us that He is a rock when everything else we may put our trust in is sand.

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