God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. 1st Timothy 1:15 NIV A teenage girl sat on the floor outside of the elevators talking with her friend about life. At that age, every decision and every sentiment are felt... Continue Reading →
Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief. 1st Timothy 1:13 NIV In Venice Italy, you can stand on a stone bridge over the Rio di Palazzo canal and take pictures of the famous Bridge of Sighs. ... Continue Reading →
and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator. Colossians 3:10 NIV On a trip to visit family, the discussion came up several times by non-believers. The problem that those with no faith had with Christians was hypocrisy. They could not get over the... Continue Reading →
He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant--not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life. 2nd Corinthians 3:6 NIV In the classroom the teacher hung a few simple rules: I sit in my chair, I am quiet, I respect others, I use... Continue Reading →
For God is not a God of disorder but of peace. 1st Corinthians 14:33 NIV The conversation at the youth camp became heated. The young people had been brought together to strengthen their faith and to prepare them to be leaders and witnesses amongst their peers. But now the subject they discussed brought out... Continue Reading →
so that, just as sin reigned in death, so also grace might reign through righteousness to bring eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 5:21 NIV The person who thinks they are perfect does not need God. It is the person who realizes the need for a Savior who will turn and look... Continue Reading →
Blessed is the man whose sin the Lord will never count against him." Romans 4:8 NIV We need a Savior! We need help with everything about our existence. We constantly cross the line. We cannot blame Adam and Eve. We all secretly listen to our own deviating voices. We all let our interests shift... Continue Reading →
“And if anyone causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a large millstone tied around his neck.´ Mark 9:42 (NIV) Our Shepherd leads His flock forward into understanding. Gently He brings us past the obstacles and dangers. ... Continue Reading →
Searching For Christ 