Philippians 2:12-13-Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure. NKJV I love a good puzzle! As a matter of fact, I can loseContinue reading “Is It Puzzling You?”
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Keep Saying It!
Psalm 35:7-Let them shout for joy and be glad, who favor my righteous cause; and let them say continually, “Let the Lord be magnified, who has pleasure in the prosperity of His servant.” NKJV Have you ever had some exciting news that you just wanted to shout out loud to everyone who passed by? Maybe you wereContinue reading “Keep Saying It!”
Getting a Grip on Frustration!
Psalm 37:1-Do not fret because of evildoers, nor be envious of the workers of iniquity.For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb. NKJV The Oxford dictionary defines frustration as “the feeling of being upset or annoyed, especially because of inability to change or achieve something.” Frustration isn’t limited to theContinue reading “Getting a Grip on Frustration!”
Cleansing of the Temple!
Matthew 21:12- Then Jesus went into the temple of God and drove out all those who bought and sold in the temple and overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those who sold doves. NKJV Tomorrow is Palm Sunday, the beginning of what is known as Holy Week. As we approach this week, most ChristiansContinue reading “Cleansing of the Temple!”
In the Midst of the Tempest!
Psalm 55:6-8-And horror has overwhelmed me. So I said, “Oh, that I had wings like a dove! I would fly away and be at rest. Indeed, I would wander far off and remain in the wilderness. Selah! I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest.” NKJV It’s difficult to believe that God is working on our behalfContinue reading “In the Midst of the Tempest!”
The Best Valentine Ever!
1 John 4:7-8-Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. He who does not love does not know God, for God is love. NKJV Around the world, Valentine’s Day is celebrated with candy, cards, flowers, and romantic dinners. To be perfectly honest, IContinue reading “The Best Valentine Ever!”
The Search for His Will!
Ephesians 5:17- Therefore, do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. NKJV Searching for God’s will is not always easy, but there are some things that we can do to be able to hear from God and understand what His will is for our individual lives. As I have already stated, some predetermined thingsContinue reading “The Search for His Will!”
Discovering His Will!
Ephesians 5:17- Therefore, do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. NKJV I’ve been blogging about the will (or desires) of God that are applicable to the lives of all believers. It’s not possible in a simple blog to cover all of those desires because there are many things in the logos (written word)Continue reading “Discovering His Will!”
The Mystery of His Will!
Ephesians 1:9- Having made known to us the mystery of His will, according to His good pleasure which He purposed in Himself. NKJV As we turn our attention to the New Year, most begin thinking about what we need to do to have a great year. It may be called a New Year’s resolution or a newContinue reading “The Mystery of His Will!”
The Royal Hope!
Isaiah 11:1-2-There shall come forth a Rod from the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots. The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon Him, the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the Lord. NKJV Isaiah prophecies on different occasions of the coming Messiah. InContinue reading “The Royal Hope!”