“Then Peter came to Him and asked, ‘Lord, how often should I forgive someone who sins against me? Seven times?’ ‘No, not seven times,’ Jesus replied, ‘but seventy times seven!’” (Matthew 18:21-22 NLT) What is the Lord seeking to teach us about giving and receiving forgiveness? What will we do with that knowledge? How areContinue reading “What Is Forgiveness?”
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The Christ-Life
“And you are living stones that God is building into His spiritual temple.” (1 Peter 2:5a NLT) As I reflect on some of my posts, the Lord is enabling me to see a couple of things that are critical that I understand. First, I’m not the “judge” of another person’s lifestyle or character. I cannotContinue reading “The Christ-Life”
A Lesson on Prejudice
“Jacob’s well was there; and Jesus, tired from the long walk, sat wearily beside the well about noontime. Soon a Samaritan woman came to draw water, and Jesus said to her, ‘Please give Me a drink.’” (John 4:6-7 NLT) Many, including Jesus’ Disciples, would have questioned Jesus’ judgment in traveling through Samaria. The hostility betweenContinue reading “A Lesson on Prejudice”
Take a Pause!
“When Jesus climbed out of the boat, a man possessed by an evil spirit came out from a cemetery to meet Him.” (Mark 5:2 NLT) Jesus told His disciples in the later verses of Mark 4: “Let’s cross to the other side of the lake.” There were two very significant events that took place onContinue reading “Take a Pause!”
No Place Like Home
“But Jesus said ‘No, go home to your family, and tell them everything the Lord has done for you and how merciful He has been.’” (Mark 5:19 NLT) Recently my wife and I met some dear friends in Utah and visited Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon. Wow! Trying to process what your eyes areContinue reading “No Place Like Home”
Praying Like We Expect an Answer!
“I tell you, you can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours.” (Mark 11:24 NLT) There are numbers of stories in the Bible that inspire and challenge me, but none more than when Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead in John 11. I’ve often wondered why HeContinue reading “Praying Like We Expect an Answer!”
Praying With Intentionality!
“I tell you, you can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours.” (Mark 11:24 NLT) What is the Lord teaching you in this season of your life? Regardless of your age or station in life, if you love Jesus, His Spirit will continue to fill your heartContinue reading “Praying With Intentionality!”
The End of Our Life
“End the evil of those who are wicked, and defend the righteous. For You look deep within the mind and heart, O righteous God.” (Psalm 7:9 NLT) The time I spent with my mentor and friend was so rich and there were so many “nuggets” of wisdom he shared, I must let you “hear” whatContinue reading “The End of Our Life”
Be Courageous!
“’Don’t ever be afraid or discouraged.’ Joshua told his men. ‘Be strong and courageous, for the Lord is going to do this to all of your enemies.’” (Joshua 10:25 NLT) Have you ever asked yourself or someone else: “Where did courage originate?” On some levels it’s an easy question to answer. Where did any humanContinue reading “Be Courageous!”
A Few Hours with My Mentor (Part 2)
“There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.” (Proverbs 14:12 NLT) By God’s grace I was able to spend about four and a half hours with my mentor last week. Yesterday I shared some of his thoughts that spoke to me, and today I’d like to share aContinue reading “A Few Hours with My Mentor (Part 2)”
Walking With Jesus 