God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
Good people can get carried away with our religion. They use certain texts or songs to bolster themselves and feel they need to change the world. But there is only One who can change the world. And that One is Jesus Christ. He came from His home with the Father to suffer and die to... Continue Reading →
Today's religions will give plenty of texts to prove that we belong to God. Many are the arguments to say that it is so. Yet, if God Himself does not feel close to them, none of our boasting is true. The only ones who truly belong to the Lord are those who come to Him.Pray... Continue Reading →
Prayer can get us there sometimes. Songs can help. A good sermon or devotional read may light the flames of desire. But entering the presence of the Lord should be our highest goal. We do not have to wait until Christ returns to set up His kingdom. We can present ourselves before the throne of... Continue Reading →
There are many in the fold who no longer need to be with Christ. The vast majority have all the security they desire. We cling to our promises. We have a truckload of verses to prove our right to glory. Along with the rest, we live our refined lives. The comfort of our fold is... Continue Reading →
"You have got this," and "I´ve got this," are common expressions. They intend to encourage and provide a positive attitude that may help us succeed. Yet, for all the good they may do, they do not capture what is going on behind the scenes. The universe spins towards a million different things while we are... 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 →
If we strip down our religion to the very basics, what do we get? Some come to their declaration of faith in God. Others arrive at church attendance or a selection of doctrines. But external actions and mere notions will never get us very close to the Lord. There needs to be an encounter where... 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 have a tendency to trust the experts long before we listen to the Holy Spirit. This is what the enemy would have. Any trick will be used to keep us from approaching the Lord with our whole hearts. Resist this urge. Reach straight for God. Get in touch with Him long before we get... Continue Reading →
A step into the presence of God is a thrilling thing. But to share every step with Him can only be our highest goal. Moments of enlightenment where we are aware of the presence of God are precious beyond words. Yet as sweet as they may be, they will not mean that we have attained... Continue Reading →
Searching For Christ 