God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
There are many levels of human desire. Sadly, we all fall short of where we could be with the Lord. Yet ever so often, we find hearts that open themselves heavenward. Something of God has stirred deep within, and the soul leaped up to respond. Some mysterious calling sets these individuals on a mighty quest... Continue Reading →
Jesus came teaching the good news of His Father´s kingdom. People needed to know there was something better out there. This was how it was then, and how it is now. We see the situation around us and struggle to imagine a different and perfect order of things. One completely apart from what we know... Continue Reading →
Christian´s today place too much emphasis on an intellectual understanding of God. It is an important step in that we need to be aware of who God is. But it will never show us what meeting Him is like. That is reserved for the few who will press forward in spirit. We are creatures with... Continue Reading →
When we know our Bibles well, we can imagine we are saved. Because we understand the teachings and agree with the doctrines, we call it belief. We come away with what we call our faith and then settle into fitting in with the religious scene. It may never occur to us that God has called... Continue Reading →
There is a frightening notion entering religious circles these days. It is a sense of contentment or security while distance remains between us and God. This is tragic because the deceit robs us of all that we believe we have gained with the Lord. A satisfied Christian is not hungry for more of the Lord.... 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 →
When pressed, stressed, or hurt, our reactions will demonstrate what kind of people we are. For those who care to contemplate such things, much can be learned. Also, what we see can help us improve our character. If we tend to have outbursts of anger, being aware of the facts will allow us to work... Continue Reading →
Anyone who wants it enough will learn to hear from God. All the blessings God has for His children are free and available. The Lord wants to share them with us. He encourages us to pursue them, pray for them, and grow close enough to Him so that they are rightfully ours. One delight we... Continue Reading →
The moment we are satisfied with where we stand with the Lord, we stop pressing closer to Him for more. If we are truly in love with our Savior, it will hurt us to think that we cannot grow closer still. So pray for followers who will give in to their hearts desire. Let us... Continue Reading →
During His lifetime here amongst us, Jesus was set firmly on one thing. His every thought, action, and message faithfully pointed to it. He worked hard. Sacrificing all the distractions the world has to offer without giving them thought. So intent was He towards this single goal of His that He lived and died as... Continue Reading →
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