“The Kingdom of Heaven is like a treasure that a man discovered hidden in a field. In his excitement, he hid it again and sold everything he owned to get enough money to buy the field.” (Matthew 13:44 NLT) What treasure are you seeking? Is it financial? Relational? Educational? Mental? Emotional? _________(you can fill inContinue reading “The Secret of Joy”
Monthly Archives: June 2023
Your Pain Has Purpose
“I heard a loud shout from the throne, saying, ‘Look, God’s home is now among His people! He will live with them, and they will be His people. God Himself will be with them. He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain.Continue reading “Your Pain Has Purpose”
How God Judges
“You wicked servant!’ the king roared. ‘Your own words condemn you…” (Luke 19:22a NLT) What comes first to mind when you think of God’s judgment? Is God’s judgment to be feared once you’ve yielded your life to Jesus? What is God’s standard for judgment? In Hebrews 9:27, the writer says: “And just as each personContinue reading “How God Judges”
Where Do You Want to Sit in God’s Kingdom?
“But the Lord said to her, ‘My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:41-42 NLT) In your mind what is the most important thing you do forContinue reading “Where Do You Want to Sit in God’s Kingdom?”
Tim Keller: Pastor, Author, Theologian
*Today’s post is taken entirely from a BreakPoint article that appeared May 23, 2023, in recognition of Pastor Tim Keller’s passing. Having often read and used quotes from Pastor Keller’s writings, I also wanted to take this opportunity to thank the Lord for his life and ministry. Additionally, I want to give you exposure toContinue reading “Tim Keller: Pastor, Author, Theologian”
Have You Made Your “Not-To-Do” List?
“This is what the Lord of Heaven’s Armies says: Look at what’s happening to you! You have planted much but harvest little. You eat but are not satisfied. You drink but are still thirsty. You put on clothes but cannot keep warm. Your wages disappear as though you were putting them in pockets filled withContinue reading “Have You Made Your “Not-To-Do” List?”
Are You Living Under His Authority?
“But the officer said, ‘Lord, I am not worthy to have you come into my home. Just say the word from where you are, and my servant will be healed. I know this because I am under the authority of my superior officers, and I have authority over my soldiers. I only need to say,Continue reading “Are You Living Under His Authority?”
Passive Obedience?
“It was by faith that Abraham obeyed when God called him to leave home and go to another land that God would give him as his inheritance. He went without knowing where he was going.” (Hebrews 11:8 NLT) In Matthew 21:28-32 Jesus tells the story of two sons, both of whom the father asked toContinue reading “Passive Obedience?”
Wow! What a Celebration?
“But they all began making excuses. One said, ‘I have just bought a field and must inspect it. Please excuse me’ Another said, ‘I have just bought five pairs of oxen, and I want to try them out. Please excuse me.’ Another said, ‘I now have a wife, so I can’t come.’” (Luke 14:18-20 NLT)Continue reading “Wow! What a Celebration?”
Surrendering to Get Strong
“Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. Each time He said, ‘My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.’ So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.” (2 Corinthians 12:8-9 NLT) Weakness is something weContinue reading “Surrendering to Get Strong”
Walking With Jesus 