“But in spite of this, the people kept sinning. Despite His wonders, they refused to trust Him. So He ended their lives in failure, their years in terror.” (Psalm 78:32-33 NLT) This despicable chapter in the children of Israel’s lives serves as a reminder to us of the tremendous gift of grace the Lord JesusContinue reading “Are Failures Final?”
Tag Archives: Grace
Approval or Mercy?
“Later, Matthew invited Jesus and His disciples to his home as dinner guests, along with many tax collectors and other disreputable sinners. But when the Pharisees saw this, they asked His disciples, ‘Why does your teacher eat with such scum?’ When Jesus heard this, He said, ‘Healthy people don’t need a doctor – sick peopleContinue reading “Approval or Mercy?”
Awaken to Your Likeness
“By the power of Your hand, O Lord, destroy those who look to this world for their reward. But satisfy the hunger of Your treasured ones. May their children have plenty, leaving an inheritance for their descendants. Because I am righteous, I will see You. When I awake, I will see you face to faceContinue reading “Awaken to Your Likeness”
Disciples and Church
“Jesus came and told His disciples, ‘I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. AndContinue reading “Disciples and Church”
What Do You Deserve?
“Then the king said to Abiathar the priest, ‘Go back to your home in Anathoth. You deserve to die, but I will not kill you now, because you carried the Ark of the Sovereign Lord for David my father and you shared all his hardships.’ So Solomon deposed Abiathar from his position as priest ofContinue reading “What Do You Deserve?”
Our Life in Christ
“You can enter God’s Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it.” (Matthew 7:13-14 NLT) Our life in Christ,Continue reading “Our Life in Christ”
Perfection
“But you are to be perfect, even as your Father in heaven is perfect.” (Matthew 5:48 NLT) Are you perfect? What is Jesus asking in the above verse? He’s asking, are you sinless, flawless, perfect in every aspect of your life and being? Of course not! And we’re quick to think: “No one is!” ButContinue reading “Perfection”
Mom Ears
*Please read these powerful words of Ron Hutchcraft with an ear to the Lord’s heart for the women, especially the mothers, in your life. Blessings, Ed 😊 Two words, but a valuable reminder about how important Mom is and why she is. I had occasion to stay at my son and daughter-in-law’s house while IContinue reading “Mom Ears”
Be Refreshed
“Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint” (Isaiah 40:31). “For with you is the fountain of life” (Psalm 36:9). *As I do each 15th of the month, I’m featuring another helpful devotion fromContinue reading “Be Refreshed”
Presuming or Resting?
“Then Jesus said, ‘Come to Me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you. Let Me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy to bear, andContinue reading “Presuming or Resting?”
