The Politics of Heaven

“God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for Him; God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.” (Matthew 5:5, 10 NLT) According to The Merriam-Webster Dictionary “politics” is “the art or science of government: as a: the art or science concerned with guiding or influencingContinue reading “The Politics of Heaven”

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”

A Prayer For Help And Praise For The Answer

*As I do the 15th of each month, I’m offering you the privilege and opportunity to share in the vital ministry of Sylvia Gunter. Please read slowly and carefully, listening to the Spirit as He informs your mind and fills and restores your spirit. Blessings, Ed 😊 Praying Psalm 28 Has there been a timeContinue reading “A Prayer For Help And Praise For The Answer”

A War Time Walkie Talkie

“Then Goliath, a Philistine champion from Gath, came out of the Philistine ranks to face the forces of Israel. He was over nine feet tall! He wore a bronze helmet, and his bronze coat of mail weighed 125 pounds. He also wore bronze leg armor, and he carried a bronze javelin on his shoulder. TheContinue reading “A War Time Walkie Talkie”

What Did You Say?

“A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart, and an evil person produces evil things from the treasury of an evil heart. And I tell you this, you must give an account on judgment day for every idle word you speak. The words you say will either acquit you orContinue reading “What Did You Say?”

Compassionate Father…Fierce Warrior

“Love your enemies! Do good to them. Lend to them without expecting to be repaid. Then your reward from heaven will be very great, and you will truly be acting as children of the Most High, for He is kind to those who are unthankful and wicked. You must be compassionate, just as your FatherContinue reading “Compassionate Father…Fierce Warrior”

Who’s on Display?

“For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see His invisible qualities – His eternal power and divine nature. So they have no excuse for not knowing God.” (Romans 1:20 NLT) More than any of God’s creation, man(kind) should give the clearestContinue reading “Who’s on Display?”

A Loving Holiness

“When you were slaves to sin, you were free from the obligation to do right. And what was the result? You are now ashamed of the things you used to do, things that end in eternal doom. But now you are free from the power of sin and have become slaves of God. Now youContinue reading “A Loving Holiness”

Fallback of Foundation?

“Because of God’s grace to me, I have laid the foundation like an expert builder. Now others are building on it. But whoever is building on this foundation must be very careful. For no one can lay any foundation other than the one we already have – Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 3:10-11 NLT) Knowing aboutContinue reading “Fallback of Foundation?”

Dark Night or Resurrection Morning?

“For examples of patience in suffering, dear brothers and sisters, look at the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. We give great honor to those who endure under suffering.” (James 5:10-11a NLT) The outcome of our suffering depends largely on our attitude as our suffering begins. It may be the loss ofContinue reading “Dark Night or Resurrection Morning?”