It can happen all the time. We get into a situation that is over our heads or out of our control. When the strains and pains get too much, we look for help. Where do we go? Well, there is still a place. It is on our knees. There is still a great Helper. His... Continue Reading →
Time and Effort
If we love someone, we will want to be with them. Time spent growing our relationship brings pleasant rewards. The bonds between individuals grow when effort is made to strengthen them. When it comes to our walk with the Lord, all that we put into it will bring rewards. The more we give to this... Continue Reading →
Invest in the Relationship
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 →
More Engaging With God
Belief in God these days often throws people onto a multitude of missions. Everyone is bent on doing something, and many believe they are doing God´s work. Yet long before God asks us to run off and reap a harvest, He calls us first to Him. Belonging to a Christian institution does not mean that... Continue Reading →
Come to Be with Christ
A lot of people talk about when they came to believe in Jesus or worship God. They usually describe the changes they made to their lives. Once, they chased pleasures or gains. But then they joined a church and adopted their views and ways of living. They are pleased that they refined their lives and... Continue Reading →
God Is Not Silent
The voice of God booms out through all of His creation. It speaks of wisdom. It tells of love. It has not stopped since our universe began. And, the Almighty will never have to hold His tongue, ever! People have limitations. We struggle to hear. But our Maker wants us to be in contact with... Continue Reading →
Getting Further in God´s Kingdom
The burden we could ask for today should be to yearn for more of the Lord. If we could get our hearts and souls to long for Him all day long, our relationship with Him would grow. Our walk with Christ would increase. Our focus would shift to God more and more. From morning to... Continue Reading →
Make Us Clean
Behold, a leper came to him and worshiped him, saying, “Lord, if you want to, you can make me clean.” Matthew 8:2 (Wednesday The Bible becomes the living word of God when it moves us in our day. Words written ages ago lift and draw us into contact with the Divine. Instruction seeps in and... Continue Reading →
Predestination
A discussion sprang up on a social media page over a religious dilemma. Highly intelligent and educated Christians each had their go at explaining predestination. The debate brought up some interesting thoughts. The question was about whether salvation depends on our choice or God´s. From the numerous texts quoted, it was clear that each knew... Continue Reading →
The Subtle Shift
The enemy of our Lord is cunning. He knows what tactics work to trick souls away from God. As Christians, we are eager to serve Him. So it is easy to think we are doing God´s will even though we haven´t sought Him first. We can even work long and hard, gaining ground all the... Continue Reading →
