Salvation and faith in Christ will forever be a spiritual exchange. Something deep within us must release our fancy ideas of making our own way or following a crowd. We will need to gaze heavenward in wonder. A deep sense of longing must sweep over us until a shift occurs in our interests. God longs... Continue Reading →
God Cares for Each One
There is a special reward for those who wake up and see they are lost. The Lord is looking for souls that realize our need and will cling tightly to Him. He leaves the 99 to search for the one who was lost. Finding that wandering soul, the Good Shepherd rejoices. We are the lost.... Continue Reading →
Adoring God
Our opinions of God would soar if we had more awareness of His wonder and glory. Our devotion to Him would increase in direct proportion to what we learned of Him. Every one of us could gain some new enlightenment if we look for it. God loves to share His wonders with His adoring worshippers.... Continue Reading →
The Better Prayer
If we have Christ, we have everything we need. The statement does not give us everything in this world. It gives us access to the One who is above all we see here. Everything in this world can come or go, even life itself. When we walk with God, His power and providence determine the... Continue Reading →
A Glimpse of God
How wonderful it is to ponder God's depths of love, grace, and mercy! How beautiful it is to dwell on His mysterious yet loftier ways! How thrilling to realize His nearness, and to wake up to His presence. Let the miracles begin as we turn to Him, open our hearts, and learn of Him in... Continue Reading →
We Need
We need help. We need the God who designed us to engage with Him. We need the Holy Spirit to soften our hearts and show us there is much to improve in our relationship with Him. We need enlightenment to come and lead us in spiritual ways we cannot fathom. Pride in what we know... Continue Reading →
The Word Leads to God
Many good people haven´t realized that studying the Bible has its right and wrong ways. The Pharisees of Christ´s day were experts in their study of the Scriptures. But they failed to see that the words written there foretold of their crimes. The Bible also talks of us in our day. So, we should be... Continue Reading →
Believe in Spirit
Talk of ghosts and spirits may sound outdated in the light of modern science. But people embraced it up until a few generations ago. We tend to swing too far in the other direction when we realize we have misunderstood nature. While we still haven´t figured out how to get the right handle on the... Continue Reading →
To God, Or Not
God only asks to be in everything about us. He has tried through the ages to help us see that He has given us each breath and all that comes with it. Calling Him Lord is not enough. Paying token tributes, flattery, or enthusiastic praise also fall short. Doing good deeds and obeying commandments are... Continue Reading →
Deeper Love
Loving God more will only enhance our relationship with Him. It improves our chances in this life here and the one to come.Dear Lord, while the rest of the world seeks their own desires, give us a deeper desire for You. Draw us closer. Make our bond tighter. Enthrall our hearts with You until we... Continue Reading →
