“So he returned home to his father. And while he was still a long way off, his father saw him coming. Filled with love and compassion he ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him.” (Luke 15:20 NLT) A lot of division arises between the proverbial “camps” over this parable. Today, by God’s graceContinue reading “What If He’d Never Come Home?”
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God’s Promises
“For all of God’s promises have been fulfilled in Christ with a resounding ‘Yes!’ And through Christ, our ‘Amen’ (which means ‘Yes’) ascends to God for His glory.” (2 Corinthians 1:20 NLT) What is a promise? According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary it is: “a declaration that one will do or refrain from doing something specified;Continue reading “God’s Promises”
Who Would Be Changed?
“One day Jesus told His disciples a story to show that they should always pray and never give up. ‘There was a judge in a certain city,’ He said, ‘who neither feared God nor cared about people. A widow of that city came to him repeatedly, saying, “Give me justice in this dispute with myContinue reading “Who Would Be Changed?”
Cowards
“But cowards, unbelievers, the corrupt, murderers, the immoral, those who practice witchcraft, idol worshipers, and all liars – their fate is in the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8 NLT) Cowards aren’t cowards because they have fear, they’re cowards because they let their fear prevent them from doing whatContinue reading “Cowards”
Who Can You Trust?
“Jesus gave His life for our sins, just as God our Father planned, in order to rescue us from this evil world in which we live. All glory to God forever and ever! Amen.” (Galatians 1:4-5 NLT) As a rule, trust is not something we take for granted but must be earned through life’s experiences.Continue reading “Who Can You Trust?”
We Always Have a Choice
“His mighty arm has done tremendous things! He has scattered the proud and haughty ones. He has brought down princes from their thrones and exalted the humble. He has filled the hungry with good things and sent the rich away with empty hands.” (Luke 1:51-53 NLT) These words of Mary’s “Song of Praise” upon hearingContinue reading “We Always Have a Choice”
Faith
“So faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ.” (Romans 10:17 NLT) How would you describe your faith? How is your life different since you’ve placed your trust in Jesus? What does having faith in Christ mean to you in practical terms? Is it a creed or conviction upon which yourContinue reading “Faith”
Upon What Is Your Faith Built?
“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…When Jesus heard this, He was amazed. Turning to those who were following Him, He said, ‘I tell you the truth, I haven’t seen faith likeContinue reading “Upon What Is Your Faith Built?”
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?”
The Price We Pay
“The Lord hears His people when they call to Him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; He rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” (Psalm 34:17-18 NLT) If you’re walking faithfully with the Lord, have you ever stopped to consider just how valuable that relationship is?Continue reading “The Price We Pay”
Walking With Jesus 