"Count yourselves blessed every time people put you down or speak lies about you to discredit me." ~~Jesus
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Category Archives: 2016
“If we claim that we experience a shared life with him and continue to stumble around in the dark, we’re obviously lying through our teeth.” ~Apostle John
Jesus is the light of the entire world. What He said and did guides us along the path we take …
“God is light, pure light; there’s not a trace of darkness in him.” ~Apostle John
How do you sum things up in God? What is the main message? What is the elevator speech? John let …
“Depend on it: God keeps his word even when the whole world is lying through its teeth.” ~Apostle Paul
Someone has to be put in charge of capturing what God is saying. He is revealing so much to us. …
"I want to heal you. Be clean." ~Jesus
This man came begging to Jesus. He wanted to be healed like nothing else. He knew Jesus could heal him. …
“Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.” ~King Solomon
In the middle of the night, I cry out to you O God. There is a longing in my heart …
“She will bring a son to birth, and when she does, you, Joseph, will name him Jesus (Yeshua)—’God saves’—because he will save his people from sin.” ~God’s angel
Joseph had a lot to deal with. What to name the Son of God wasn’t one of them. God’s angel …
“Think of yourselves the way the Messiah Jesus thought of himself.” ~Apostle Paul
The birth of Jesus has special meaning. We must see it from the eyes of Jesus, our Messiah. We should …
“Don’t be afraid. I’m here to announce a great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide.” ~God’s angel
I am looking. I am looking for my savior. God appears on the scene with his mighty angels. Our savior …
“Joseph went to Bethlehem with Mary, his fiancée, who was pregnant.” ~Luke
So this is how it happened. Luke starts warming us up with some basic facts. In a few more paragraphs …
If the recipe calls for a little, give more. Jesus is not stingy at all.
Our heavenly Father has decided to show us mercy and love, not judgement. Now let us stop right there for …
“Don’t look for shortcuts to God.” ~Jesus
We live in a world of shortcuts. We are always looking for the effortless way, the quick way, things that …
Christ-mas is close. Keep Jesus, the Messiah, first. Let’s make some memories.
Christmas is close! Very close!! Holidays are about family, friends and fun .. Pray! Keep God first! If it doesn’t …
Jesus leads us as the new pioneer of supernatural faith and courage.
God got everything started. Everything came from Him. His word made it all happen. He is also the one who …
The one whom Jesus loved
There were the multitudes. There were the 72. There were the 12. Peter, James and John made up the 3. …
"God’s Law is more real and lasting than the stars in the sky and the ground at your feet." ~~Jesus
Jesus is clear on what God has said. His word is like Him. It is here to stay. Nothing can …
I must not magnify my problem. I must magnify Jesus.
Life is about focus. Jesus shows us how important this is. It is easy to see what God is not …
“You have made them a little lower than the heavenly beings and crowned them with glory and honor.” ~King David
I am stunned at how our Father sees me compared to how I see myself. Jesus sees me as a friend …
“Discipline produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” ~Author of Hebrews
I want to be a son. To be something else would be unthinkable. My earthly dad did discipline me. He …
“Wait for hope to appear.” ~Jeremiah
Our heavenly Father loves me. He is love and love is patient. He isn’t frustrated with me. He won’t let …
“If I love to be loved more than to love, then I know nothing of Calvary Love.” ~Amy Carmichael
From writer Amy Carmichael… If the praise of man elates me and his blame depresses me… If I can not …
"Let me tell you why you are here." ~~Jesus
Jesus is very clear. There is no doubt about what I am to do. The choice is will I obey Him? …
“The infinite Life of God himself took shape before us.” ~Apostle John
The Apostle John was the disciple Jesus loved. He was one of the 72, one of the 12, one of …
"Wise men store up knowledge, but the mouth of a fool invites ruin." ~~King Solomon
How do we become wise? As we follow God, seek His ways, listen to Him, we need to store it …
Good news for men with broken hearts
Men are supposed to be strong. And yet, our hearts get broken. There is good news though. Jesus came to …
“Jesus stood over her, told the fever to leave—and it left.” ~Luke
It doesn’t matter why they asked Jesus to do something for Simon’s mother-in-law. They wanted Jesus to do something for her. …
“Run after peace for all you’re worth.” ~Apostle Peter
I should go all out for it. Pursue it no matter what. Peace is from Jesus, but I must go …
He is the reason for the season. Don’t deny him (like Peter). Greet all with Merry Christmas!!
Jesus is the reason for the season. Don’t deny him (like Peter). Greet all with Merry Christmas!! This is the …
“It’s simply perverse to say, “If my lies serve to show off God’s truth all the more gloriously, why blame me?” ~Apostle Paul
Why blame me? Great question. We aren’t doing God any favors by continuing to miss the mark when it comes …
I Prefer the Ocean: A Poem
I prefer the ocean to the mountain stream. The ocean is wild . . . unpredictable . . . roaring …
“By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command.” ~Author of Hebrews
Just a quick look at the space images on the NASA site and there is no doubt what a great …
"Fortunate the eyes that see what you’re seeing!" ~Jesus
We are so extremely fortunate and may not even realize it. Jesus is showing us a new way. How cool …
“My dear children, let’s not just talk about love; let’s practice real love.” ~Apostle John
Self criticism, even when it is deserved, leaves me crippled. I hobble around on crutches pretending no one sees. They …
“Be alert servants of the Master, cheerfully expectant.” ~Apostle Paul
Having a passion for the things of God is a huge thing. It is easy to get burnt out. So …
“Enter with the password: “Thank you!” ~King David
The password is simple. It is easily remembered. We shouldn’t forget it. The key to having a relationship with God, …
“Cultivate thankfulness.” ~Apostle Paul
Thankfulness doesn’t just appear on the scene all on its own. Some days it is easier than others to be …
“They tracked down and brought in the Levites from all their homes in Jerusalem to carry out the dedication exuberantly: thanksgiving hymns, songs, cymbals, harps, and lutes.” ~Nehemiah
It is a great biblical tradition to celebrate with Thanksgiving. Our God is God and in a good mood. Giving thanks …
“Give thanks to God—he is good, and his love never quits.” ~Ezra
Jesus cares about us in a way we can’t understand. His love is the “gold standard” for how to love. …
“Prepare God’s arrival! Everyone will be there to see the parade of God’s salvation.” ~John the Baptizer
Under the old plan, the road could get very bumpy. All curves and careful driving was the order of the …
“How bold and free we then become in his presence, freely asking according to his will, sure that he’s listening.” ~Apostle John
Much of life is an illusion. I think I believe something but it is not true. I need a new reality. …
"If you knew that only a few would care that you came, would you still come? Jesus did." ~~Max Lucado
Jesus had a goal. God had given it to him. Jesus is the obedient son. Knowing what would happen, Jesus …
“I am doing a great work and I cannot come down. Why should the work stop while I leave it and come down to you?” ~Nehemiah
How easy is it to get distracted? Well, some days it is easy. My enemy sends me a great message. …
Is my obedience not so much out of love as it is out of carefulness? “Just tell me what to do, God, and I’ll do it.”
Jesus told of the man who entrusted three of his servants with thousands of dollars, urging them to handle his …
"If your greeting of peace is received, then it’s a good place to stay." ~~Jesus
Jesus is amazing. He gives us tools like none other. The power of peace is inexhaustible. His suggestion to us …
"Don’t waver. Stay on track, steady in God." ~~Apostle Paul
Here is some great advise from the Apostle Paul. The best he can wish for us is that we stay …
“If you’re going to blow a horn, blow a trumpet for God.” ~Apostle Paul
God didn’t choose the brightest and the best. God chooses those who will follow Him. That is it. The brightest …
Will I tell everyone the good news of Jesus and how he has freed us from prison?
Telling everyone about the good news of God was the mission of Jesus. It was why He came to our …
“We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.” ~Author of Hebrews
We have run with our very lives to God. He is our spiritual lifeline for sure. We have hope. So, …
God is right alongside of me. He is keeping me on track until everything is wrapped up by Jesus.
I do not need a thing. Now think about that. I have it all. All of God’s amazing gifts and …
"And here I am, standing right before you, and you aren’t willing to receive from me the life you say you want." ~~Jesus
We say we want life. OK. Jesus is right in front of us. He wants to give life to us. …
“Now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation.” ~Apostle Paul
Sometimes I am waiting. Waiting to do what I can. Waiting for others to help. Focusing on what God isn’t …
Jesus made the sacrifice so that I can be free.
Jesus is our Messiah and he poured out his blood for us. Jesus sacrificed his perfect and mature life for …
“We’re the exact same people, absent or present, in letter or in person.” ~Apostle Paul
There is a lot to be said for lining up what I believe, think, say and do. That is the …
“I will put my way in their minds and write it on their hearts.” ~God
God has abandoned the old plan. He has completely left it behind. He did it in Jesus our Master. The …
"Who needs a doctor: the healthy or the sick? I’m here inviting the sin-sick, not the spiritually-fit." ~~Jesus to religious scholars
Jesus hangs out with “sinners” and the religious scholars slam him for His approach. Which raises the first question to …
“Be a good citizen.” ~Apostle Paul
I am a citizen of the country of God. Jesus is in charge. Jesus is my absolute ruler. The United …
“Everything is going to be all right. Take courage. Be strong.” ~God to Daniel
Daniel saw something that created massive fear in his life. He fainted, fell flat on the ground, face in the …
“Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers, this should not be.” ~James
James is very clear (as is Jesus) about the kind of language that should come out of my mouth. I …
“Ask yourself what you want people to do for you, then grab the initiative and do it for them.” ~Jesus
Jesus guidance to me is so simple and straightforward. He frames the issue clearly. How should I behave? Be proactive. …
“Turn your back on salvation by self-help.” ~Author of Hebrews
There are a lot of basic and fundamental truths I need to experience as I become a disciple of Jesus. …
The offering of my ordinary life to Jesus
Jesus has a goal for me. Jesus wants me to do something today. I can only do it with God’s …
To do list for today … Keep on believing
Keep on believing Keep looking forward Trust God
“You are the temple of God, and God himself is present in you.” ~Apostle Paul
This is stunning and over the top. I am not what I think I am some times. In fact, Paul …
"I’m not interested in crowd approval." ~~Jesus
Jesus isn’t interested in popular opinion or what others think about Him. Jesus isn’t running for political office. Jesus’ only …
"I made you. I don’t make mistakes." ~God
I am God’s creation. He made me. Jesus loves me. Everything that happens in my life works out for good. Courage …
“Keep company with God, get in on the best.” ~King David
How do I spend my time? Who do I keep company with? Is it Jesus? Am I sitting at his …
Living in a culture of criticism. “Do not judge, or you too will be judged.” ~Jesus
We pay people to be critics. They make a living doing it. They sometimes even get fancy titles like consultants …
Of course, we have problems. Are we counting our problems or our blessings? It makes a difference. God is in a good mood.
Of course, we have problems. Are we counting our problems or our blessings? It makes a difference. God is in …
“Stay with God! Take heart. Don’t quit.” ~Kind David
Today is a day to persevere and stay on track with God. Jesus challenges me to pick up my cross …
“God-friendship is for God-worshipers; They are the ones he confides in.” ~King David
Jesus calls me to maturity and to be a friend. It is my obedience and worship of God that leads …
“Keep me from stupid sins, from thinking I can take over your work.” ~King David
There are all types of ways I miss God’s goal for my life (sin). Some are just plain stupid. As …
“Build up his courage.” ~God to Moses
God wants us to build up courage in others. We all get discouraged and we hear our friends express it …
“Build yourselves up in this most holy supernatural courage by praying in the Holy Spirit.” ~Jude
There are some things to be careful about. I must take responsibility for building myself up. In fact, I can listen to my-self, …
“Don’t become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit into it without even thinking.” ~Apostle Paul
What can I give to God? Is there an offering I can make that will make a difference? Will Jesus …
“Abraham went, even though he did not know where he was going.” ~Author of Hebrews
Worry is not faith. Faith is obedience. God says go. I must go. God has a goal in mind for me. …
“Don’t waste your time on useless work, mere busywork, the barren pursuits of darkness.” ~Apostle Paul
I am interested in how much of my time is “mere busywork”. Now stuff has to get done; there is …
"You’re fussing far too much and getting yourself worked up over nothing." ~~Jesus to Martha
Mary was paying attention to what Jesus was saying. Martha was busy serving Jesus. Martha got upset that Mary wasn’t …
“Instruct those who are rich in this present world not to fix their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God.” ~Apostle Paul
I need to go after God. I want to be rich in helping others. I want to be extravagantly generous, …
“First Jesus and who he is; then Jesus and what he did—Jesus crucified.” ~Apostle Paul
Oh how we value the articulate and charismatic preachers. The powerful of this world. The smart ones. The bright ones. …
"The Son can introduce the Father to anyone he wants to." ~~Jesus
Jesus is the Son of God. Jesus knows what God is talking about. Jesus is God and can do anything he wants …
Will I take a risk and have more courage for Jesus?
To admit that I have a new heart and a glory from God, to begin to let it be unveiled …
“Come back to our God, who is lavish with forgiveness.” ~Isaiah
God is God. God can’t betray who he is. God is good. God is lavish. God forgives me. God forgives …
“You don’t know the first thing about tomorrow.” ~King Solomon
There are a few things I know. God has been good to give me that knowledge. There are many things …
“If your offering is a Peace-Offering …” ~Moses
Jesus is perfect. There is no blemish in him at all. Jesus brought us peace with God. His sacrifice for …
“The fear of human opinion disables; trusting in God protects you from that.” ~King Solomon
There is a fear that paralyzes me. It is the concern about what you think of me. Will I post …
Don’t seek opportunity. SEEK GOD. And opportunity will seek you.
Don’t seek opportunity. SEEK GOD. And opportunity will seek you.
“When the job’s done, you’ll see it’s been well done.” ~Jeremiah
God doesn’t do things halfway or halfhearted. God is all in. God is “all in” all the time. God sent …
“I am God, your God.” ~God
God is God. More importantly, God is my God. I serve the one and only, true living God. There is no other. …
"The time has arrived when dead men will hear the voice of the Son of God and will come alive." ~Jesus
Jesus offers me life. And He offers it now. I receive it by listening to His voice. Once I hear His …
“Those who curse you will be cursed, those who bless you will be blessed.” ~Isaac
Jesus gives us power. I have power to bless and I have power to curse. I must be careful. I must choose …
Am I sulking spiritually? Am I having a spiritual temper tantrum?
Am I sulking spiritually and feeling sorry for myself, just because I can’t see one inch in front of my …
“And why? Because God says so. He’s issued the orders.” ~Isaiah
There is always the question of why looming in front us. Why? Why did God allow that to happen? The …
I am reminded that God doesn’t take naps
On days I am not working, sometimes I want to take a nap. So … I do. It feels great. …
“May the God of green hope fill you up with joy.” ~Apostle Paul
Jesus calls on me to be a person of hope. God gives me the Holy Spirit so I can brim …
“Anyone who wants to approach God must believe both that he exists and that he cares enough to respond to those who seek him.” ~Author of Hebrews
There are some things that just aren’t possible with us. We can’t please God without faith. With faith, nothing is …
Be Grateful that God blessed you with life! If you aren’t happy with what you GOT, you’ll never be happy with what you get.
I must be Grateful that God blessed me with life! If I’m not happy with what I’ve GOT, I’ll never be happy with what …
“The life-maps of God are right, showing the way to joy.” ~King David
I can count on God. God sees the whole picture and pulls it all together for me. I rely on …
"You have your heads in your Bibles constantly. But you miss the forest for the trees." ~Jesus
Jesus demands that I get the point. I need to see Jesus. I need to have a passionate relationship with His Father. Reading …
"Positive thinking will let you do everything better than negative thinking will." ~~Zig Ziglar
I get to make a choice. While it isn’t either/or my attitude is my choice. Jesus challenges me to change …
“And what does the LORD require of you?” ~Micah
Like a good parent, Our God knows how to keep it simple. Only 3 things on God’s list of “to …
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