God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
And if by grace, then it is no longer by works; if it were, grace would no longer be grace. Romans 11:6 NIV God does a lot for us. Not only does He create us, and an amazing environment in which to live, but He has continually makes gestures towards us in love. He cares... Continue Reading →
Yet he has not left himself without testimony: He has shown kindness by giving you rain from heaven and crops in their seasons; he provides you with plenty of food and fills your hearts with joy." Acts 14:17 (NIV) Even to the unbeliever God shows His kindness. Even those who spout horrible things about... Continue Reading →
For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit." Acts 1:5 (NIV) Jesus tells His followers to wait for a baptism of Spirit. The Spirit of God is to come over, to fill and to lead His people. This is a great blessing and the... Continue Reading →
"Leave her alone," Jesus replied. "It was intended that she should save this perfume for the day of my burial.’ John 12:7 (NIV) Jesus is at the table. So is the man whom He restored to life. Mary opens an expensive perfume and uses the whole bottle on washing Jesus´ feet. She uses her own... Continue Reading →
‘All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on." Luke 21:4 (NIV) Jesus observes the offerings people are giving in the sanctuary. He watches as the coins sound out their generous or poor gift. He sees a woman place just... Continue Reading →
Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, “I tell you the truth, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others.’ Mark 12:43 (NIV) Sitting down in front of the offering chest of the house of worship, Jesus observes the people bringing their offerings to the Lord. He sees a remarkable... Continue Reading →
White snow lay like a fluffy white blanket covering the ground, bushes and trees all around. Soft moonlight reflected faintly on the frosty scenery. Streetlamps gave off a yellow glow on the road and the freshly shoveled sidewalk which led up to the door of the chapel. The windows shone brightly with light from inside... Continue Reading →
They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces of bread and fish. Mark 6:42-43 (TNIV) One could spend endless amounts of time trying to define faith. Much of our efforts are spent studying it or teaching it to others. But more important than what it is, is... Continue Reading →
Searching For Christ 