God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
But what does it matter? The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice. Philippians 1:18 NIV “Jesus Freak!” They labeled him. It was not that he was always pushing the name of Jesus. He had merely made it clear... Continue Reading →
And Isaiah boldly says, "I was found by those who did not seek me; I revealed myself to those who did not ask for me." Romans 10:20 NIV Every child of God everywhere should sense a joy uncontrollable welling up from within them. It should be our great pleasure to watch as others recognize their... Continue Reading →
"Aeneas," Peter said to him, "Jesus Christ heals you. Get up and take care of your mat." Immediately Aeneas got up. Acts 9:34 (NIV) He has been in bed for 8 years. He has no control of his situation. He cannot move. He is paralyzed. But Peter visits. He is a man focused... Continue Reading →
‘You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.' Acts 2:28 (NIV) Jesus became flesh. He walked as every human being has upon this earth. God in His wisdom found a Way to put Himself in our shoes. Love itself became Man. He suffered... Continue Reading →
‘I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.’ Luke 15:7 (NIV) Self-righteous men cannot understand why Jesus would be found around people renowned for their shady character. Do we think we are... Continue Reading →
I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you. However, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven." Luke 10:19-20 (NIV) Jesus sends out His followers. He asks for the... Continue Reading →
And Mary said: "My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,’ Luke 1:46-47 (NIV) The pregnant Mary breaks out into song. Her heart wells up with at all the expressions of love and favor she has found in the Lord. Her soul overflows with joy and she bursts out in... Continue Reading →
So they were watching him closely to see whether he would cure the man on the Sabbath, in order that they might accuse him. Mark 3:2 (Reference Bible) It sounds strange to say it, but not everyone who has their eyes on Jesus is looking with good intentions. Those observing Him that day to see... Continue Reading →
`and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:20 (NIV) One of the sweetest and most reassuring texts we could possibly find is this last remark from the book of Matthew. There are many fears or uncertainties in... Continue Reading →
Jesus said: ¨Leave this place, for the little girl did not die but is sleeping.¨ at this they began to laugh at him scornfully. Matthew 9:24 (New World Translation) Do you think that Jesus Christ came to the earth to help those people whose lives He touched back then in Palestine? Or are you of... Continue Reading →
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