2025-04-21
The Silent Waiting
One thing you can say about the world we live in is that it’s a noisy place. Silence is not always easy to find.
Read more..One thing you can say about the world we live in is that it’s a noisy place. Silence is not always easy to find.
Read more..Jesus knew Judas had been seduced by a powerful foe. He was aware of the wiles of Satan’s whispers (he had just heard them himself). He knew how hard it was for Judas to do what was right. He didn’t justify what Judas did. He didn’t minimize the deed. Nor did he release Judas from his choice. But he did look eye to eye with his betrayer and try to understand.
Read more..I wonder how many times during the day Jesus gently knocks to warn me of his waiting presence? Not a warning that danger is imminent (though that may be true), but to warn in the sense of putting me on the alert, giving me notice that he is ready to give counsel or send some special message of his love.
Read more..We all like to protect our name. In fact, most people would do anything to stop their name being misused or abused.
Read more.."Bless the Lord, oh my soul and all that is within me praise His Holy Name." Psalm 103:1
Read more.."As He approached Jerusalem and saw the city, He wept over it." Luke 19:41 He is about to face the most horrible experience ever encountered.
Read more..Often, one of the only things we can do for someone is to be there. 3 Things We Can Do to Make a Difference in Someone's Day
Read more..This verse is hard for me, because I know I am so blessed. Trouble and distress do not seem to be a part of my vocabulary right now.
Read more..It is not always easy to see the love God has for us. We often hide ourselves from His love behind a cloud of guilt or in a fog of doubt.
Read more..PRAYER: LORD, we are truly sorry for being a pain, again. It dismays us to think we can continue to cause You sadness.
Read more..On that glorious Easter morning our sins were forgiven and we were granted eternal life. However long we live we can never grasp the true meanings of those words or ...
Read more..“Search me, O God, and know my heart; test my thoughts. Point out anything in me that makes you sad, and lead me along the path of everlasting life” Psalm 139:23-24
Read more..How have you been lately? Think honestly for a moment. Is peace your norm these days or has discouragement, fear, doubt, negativity, or chaos been your usual? We feed our spirits by the things we dwell on in our minds. God knows us so well.
Read more..The joy I get in pastoral ministry: a word or deed here has the power to touch the inmost parts of a person’s heart, extend to the ends of the earth, and last forever.
Read more..Let’s peer into the window of time and see Jesus’ last hours on earth as he hangs on the cross. His worst enemies in attendance.
Read more..Just as Jesus gave Himself for us, we need to give ourselves to others. It might be our time, a listening ear, or words of encouragement; whatever it is, love will place specific demands on us to give to others.
Read more..Diana says she’s not afraid of her past. In fact, her dramatic change speaks volumes about God’s love.
Read more..Too many believers walk with heavy hearts, and burdens they cannot sustain any longer. Brothers, and Sisters…there is good news!
Read more..Life is full of the unexpected. You never know what is going to happen next. I knew it was going to be a challenging day when I saw water bubbling up by the sidewalk in front of our house. "When things are going well for you, be glad, and when trouble comes, just remember: God sends ...
Read more..Because of Christ on the cross, because “He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our guilt and iniquities, we can experience the ultimate incongruity of both glory and grace.
Read more..Lord, thank You for being so faithful. Please heal my wandering heart. Strengthen my faith and make me steadfast in my pursuit of You. Amen.
Read more..Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. We see Jesus in the fog of a broken heart.
Read more..Why God does want me to be in community with other believers? Why can’t I just do church on my own? People always make things so complicated and messy.
Read more..Let God choose for you, it will be the right decision. Let God guide you, it will be the right direction.
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