We often throw our prayers or praises up into space as if God were not right here with us. This is unfortunate because He is not miles or galaxies away. Disbelief makes us read our situation wrong. Only distance in our relationship separates our souls from our God. He is near. We simply fail to... Continue Reading →
Hearts God Can Work With
That there are souls that ache over other's relationships with God show that the Lord is at work. The heart of our Heavenly Father radiates in the lives of those pressing close to Him. Pray that our walk with the Savior grows to the intensity that we feel for God's interests as He does. Dear... 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 →
Who a Christian Is
Even Christians need to learn that being a Christian comes from being with Christ. It does not come from any of the other things we try to make of it. Walking closely with Him and having His Spirit pouring into us sets us apart. But that is because His love and His higher gaze are... 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Talk of ghosts and spirits may sound outdated in the light of modern science.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 →
