God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
And the scripture was fulfilled that says, "Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness," and he was called God's friend. James 2:23 NIV The boys were too young to go on their own. Their father wasn´t there to take them climbing, but the boys wanted to learn. So, a... Continue Reading →
Speak and act as those who are going to be judged by the law that gives freedom, James 2:12 NIV The older couple lived just across the fields from a Christian boarding school deep in Southern Africa. They were believers themselves, but each in their own way. The husband was German and the wife... Continue Reading →
For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it. James 2:10 NIV When they finally reached the campsite they were anxious to pull their ATVs off of the trailer and take them for a spin. They quickly set up camp and then fired... Continue Reading →
If you really keep the royal law found in Scripture, "Love your neighbor as yourself," you are doing right. James 2:8 NIV A family returned from living in the mission fields. They found a house near the church and the school and settled down. It was not long before another family they had... Continue Reading →
Listen, my dear brothers: Has not God chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom he promised those who love him? James 2:5 NIV They did not file into a church that morning but into grandma and grandpa´s living room.... Continue Reading →
Christians could tend to think a father figure should be one of authority and stern discipline. We could think that to be a dad we must be the perfect example for our children to follow. Or, we could accept our limitations and embrace the fact that we need our Savior just as much as our... Continue Reading →
When we read the parables Jesus gives to teach us, do we start to see the bigger picture of our Lord and His direct desire to deal with us in a personal way? Does it warm our hearts to see God wanting to make sure everything is right between us? Does it make us look... Continue Reading →
Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you. James 1:21 NIV As children, they attended a school that belonged to a religious institution. Their families attended church. Then, when they grew into young adults, a completely... Continue Reading →
Don't be deceived, my dear brothers. James 1:16 NIV The old group of friends all came back into town at the same time. They had shared many experiences together and enjoyed many adventures. One of the guys was invited over to his boss´s house to have dinner with him and his wife. His boss... Continue Reading →
Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 NIV Two young men parked their 4X4 where the remote Mexican trail ended. Once in the waves, they realized that this... Continue Reading →
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