God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
We read of great people of faith long ago. Their stories are so impressive that you want to praise God for His movement in their lives. But, like all things spiritual, the importance lies within our hearts. It has to do with us and God. If it ties us closer to Him in Spirit and... Continue Reading →
There comes a moment in life when God whispers to our souls to come to Him. We will be tempted to find people who can direct us along that path. But usually, that road dives us deep into the trends of the church of our choice. Soon, we are walking and talking like the rest... Continue Reading →
What do we mean when we claim to be worshippers of God? It would be beneficial to examine our hearts along with the Lord. We should stop often and get down on our knees. Ask God how sincere we are with our faith. Talk it over with Him. Sit in His presence until He has... Continue Reading →
The temptation comes to relax once we think we have found faith in Jesus. Some might revel in the promises of God and their assurance of a seat at the Father´s table. But we were not called to a one-time-declaration. We were called into a relationship—a walk with God. He is fairer than words can... Continue Reading →
We can profess devotion to God all our lives and never really attempt to enter His presence. But that failure excludes us from all the benefits we imagine we have attained. The Almighty Righteous God sits above and beyond our powers to see Him. Yet His heart has always been open to those who strain... Continue Reading →
Jesus came healing and performing miracles. But Matthew 8 tells of a whole region that begged Him to leave their area. Why on earth would anyone in their right mind turn away the very Son of God? Now we can sit back in aloof judgment of the actions of those people that day. Or, we... Continue Reading →
But Jesus said to him, “Follow me, and leave the dead to bury their own dead.” Matthew 8:22 (Friday When Jesus calls some people dead, who is He talking about? The easy road is to think that He is referring to someone else, not us. But if we care to be those who end up... Continue Reading →
In breathless awe, men and women often sense the presence of God. In an instant, He is here with us and our heightened awareness overwhelms us. The sensation is impossible to describe. All the wondering servants can do is bow and pray that the Lord will enable them to capture the sensation. Our minds and... Continue Reading →
Taking on the name of a Christian and living a Christian life can be a simple enough thing to do. But let the fledgling in faith aspire to a deeper walk with God, and we will need help. If any lasting and genuine connection is sought, then we need the Holy Spirit. God sees into... Continue Reading →
What is it about humans that drives us after the fruit instead of seeking to be with God? We see some tasty delights, and our hearts go out to them. It has happened since the beginning. The same thing happens in every area of our lives. But when it comes to our faith, we should... Continue Reading →
Searching For Christ 