God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
In the past, God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, Hebrews 1:1 NIV Sitting still in the pew the children tried to focus on what the preacher was saying. He was elaborating on some doctrinal point from the Scriptures. But their attention kept wandering. One of... Continue Reading →
Test everything. Hold on to the good. 1st Thessalonians 5:21 The boy had a mind of his own. Whenever his parents told him no, that was just what the boy wanted to do. He was not like his siblings who could be more easily reasoned with. Years went by and his parents gave... Continue Reading →
For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, 1st Thessalonians 1:4 NIV It was nearly the last day of a Christian summer camp. The children had done a number of exciting activities like BMX racing and rock-climbing in Yosemite National Park. But this day was special for two young people. ... Continue Reading →
I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:14 NIV It was 300km to the other end of the remote African lake. They thought they were being brave. But their friends and family thought they were committing suicide. There was no... Continue Reading →
It does not, therefore, depend on man's desire or effort, but on God's mercy. Romans 9:16 NIV Some put a lot of effort into their religion. Some don´t. Some conform their lives to what their church teaches. Some stay clear of church. Some work hard to find out Who God Is, what He is like,... Continue Reading →
For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave again to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship. And by him we cry, "Abba, Father." Romans 8:15 NIV The Spirit that is given to us is stronger than anything we can face. But the strength that is often preached today is... Continue Reading →
For this reason I have asked to see you and talk with you. It is because of the hope of Israel that I am bound with this chain." Acts 28:20 (NIV) Christ is the Hope of Israel. He is the only hope for mankind. Without a Savior, without pardon, we could never truly approach... Continue Reading →
As John was completing his work, he said: 'Who do you think I am? I am not that one. No, but he is coming after me, whose sandals I am not worthy to untie.' Acts 13:25 (NIV) Paul draws his listeners of every generation to consider the past. He points out how men touched... Continue Reading →
‘Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me. He who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him." John 14:21 (NIV) Everyone is looking for love. We need to know that somebody is thinking of us. We need... Continue Reading →
"Neither this man nor his parents sinned," said Jesus, "but this happened so that the work of God might be displayed in his life. John 9:3 (NIV) We all experience some difficult times. We all have gone through times of tragedy or loss. Are we to think that God does not see these painful situations? ... Continue Reading →
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