If we like to be in control of our lives, we can´t really call ourselves followers of Christ. S.D. Wonenberg
Necessary To Be In Harmony
It is necessary therefore that we use every means of grace to bring our souls into harmony with the character of God. A.W. Tozer (That Incredible Christian)
Run Aground
But the ship struck a sandbar and ran aground. The bow stuck fast and would not move, and the stern was broken to pieces by the pounding of the surf. Acts 27:41 (NIV) Have we been there? We struggle against winds and waves that toss us for days. The elements are unleased against us... Continue Reading →
When You Become A Christian
You do not become a Christian by asking Jesus into your heart. You become a Christian when you are born again. Henry T. Blackaby and Richard Blackaby (Experiencing God Day By Day)
Faith, Lifeboats And Hope
So the soldiers cut the ropes that held the lifeboat and let it fall away. Acts 27:32 (NIV) There is a size of faith that marks the lives of those around the person who holds it. Paul has such a faith in God that all those who travel with him realize he knows Someone... Continue Reading →
What Humans Hang On To
There is nothing a human being hangs on to so firmly – indeed, with his whole self – as to his selfishness! Kierkegaard (Provocations)
Of God
Last night an angel of the God whose I am and whom I serve stood beside me Acts 27:23 (NIV) It is a small word. It is just a simple preposition. The word “of” relates the subject in question with the Word that follows. It serves its purpose in the world of writing and... Continue Reading →
Feeling Lost
When we start feeling lost, we should start listening for a shepherd that has already been looking for us. S.D. Wonenberg
Don´t Give Up Hope
When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days and the storm continued raging, we finally gave up all hope of being saved. Acts 27:20 (NIV) Christians have a hope for the future. The Scriptures, the teachings of Jesus and the Holy Spirit encourage us to look forward to a happy coming day... Continue Reading →
Count As Of No Value
We may count all things of no value and sacrifice them freely if we may thereby gain a more perfect knowledge of God through Jesus Christ our Lord. A.W. Tozer (That Incredible Christian)
