“See how I used him to display My power among the peoples. I made him a leader among the nations. You also will command nations you do not know, and peoples unknown to you will come running to obey, because I, the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, have made you glorious.” (IsaiahContinue reading “Are You Qualified?”
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How to Get to the Heart of the Problem
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” (Proverbs 4:23 NIV) *On this first of the month Pastor Rick Warren has given us a message that will nourish our soul in today’s message that I pray will bless, challenge, and refresh us. Enjoy! Blessings, Ed I love to garden, andContinue reading “How to Get to the Heart of the Problem”
How Good Are You at Listening to Your Spouse? (Part II)
*This is part 2 of a 2-part series by Janel Breitensten (Family Life) It’s well worth the read. If you’ve ever had communication issues (like with your spouse, co-worker, family member, neighbor, other) these articles are for you (and me, of course) Prepare to take notes. Blessings, Ed 😊 Listening is a form of loving.Continue reading “How Good Are You at Listening to Your Spouse? (Part II)”
How Good Are You at Listening to Your Spouse? (Part I)
*This 2-part series by Janel Breitenstein (Family Life) is well worth the read. If you’ve ever had communication issues (like with your spouse, co-worker, family member, neighbor, other) these articles are for you (and me, of course) Prepare to take notes. Blessings, Ed 😊 Anyone else feel like listening is a dying art form? WeContinue reading “How Good Are You at Listening to Your Spouse? (Part I)”
Superstars
“O Lord, our Lord, Your majestic name fills the earth! Your glory is higher than the heavens. You have taught children and infants to tell of Your strength, silencing Your enemies and all who oppose You. When I look at the night sky and see the work of Your fingers – the moon and theContinue reading “Superstars”
Living Water?
“On the last day, the climax of the festival, Jesus stood and shouted to the crowds, ‘Anyone who is thirsty may come to Me! Anyone who believes in Me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, “Rivers of living water will flow from His heart.” (When He said, ‘living water,’ He was speaking ofContinue reading “Living Water?”
Radical Beholder
“Because I am righteous, I will see you. When I awake, I will see you face to face and be satisfied.” (Psalm 17:15 NLT) King David was a radical beholder of the Lord. Day and night, morning and evening his thoughts were on His Sovereign Lord and Leader of his life. Perhaps that’s the majorContinue reading “Radical Beholder”
All In?
“It was in the year King Uzziah died that I saw the Lord. He was sitting on a lofty throne, and the train of His robe filled the Temple. Attending Him were mighty seraphim, each having six wings…They were calling out to each other, ‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Heaven’s Armies! The wholeContinue reading “All In?”
Marriage and the Gospel
“Jesus replied, ‘Marriage is for people here on earth. But in the age to come, those worthy of being raised from the dead will neither marry nor be given in marriage.’” (Luke 20:34 NLT) There are things about marriage that are wonderful, enjoyable, and endearing, but there are parts of marriage that are hard, discouraging,Continue reading “Marriage and the Gospel”
Master or Mastered?
“But Jesus told him, ‘No! The Scriptures say, “People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.”’” (Matthew 4:4 NLT) As a believer in the God of the Bible it should be the aim of all of us to walk humbly and faithfully before our Master,Continue reading “Master or Mastered?”