“Then Jesus explained: ‘My nourishment comes from doing the will of God, who sent Me, and from finishing His work.” (John 4:36 NLT) Regardless of our age none of us knows for sure how close to the finish line of our lives we are. One of my uncles died on a ship in Pearl HarborContinue reading “Finish Strong!”
Tag Archives: Obedience
Where Is the Lord Asking You to Go?
“As for Philip, an angel of the Lord said to him, ‘Go south down the desert road that runs from Jerusalem to Gaza.’ So he started out…” (Acts 8:26-27a NLT) When the Lord prompts us to do something or go somewhere we have to assume He has a good reason and should not tarry, butContinue reading “Where Is the Lord Asking You to Go?”
Darkness and Light
“For when you see Me, you are seeing the One who sent Me. I have come as a light to shine in this dark world, so that all who put their trust in Me will no longer remain in the dark.” (John 12:45-46 NLT) Knowing there is a Light and walking in that Light areContinue reading “Darkness and Light”
Our Past
“You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil – the commander of the powers in the unseen world. He is the spirit at work in the hearts of those who refuse to obey God. All of us used to live that way, following the passionate desires andContinue reading “Our Past”
Are You a Leader?
“And Samuel told him, ‘Although you may think little of yourself, are you not the leader of the tribes of Israel? The Lord has anointed you king of Israel.’” (1 Samuel 15:17 NLT) Just because you have a following, doesn’t make you a leader! In today’s world we don’t have to look far to findContinue reading “Are You a Leader?”
Listener or Doer?
“So why do you keep calling Me ‘Lord, Lord!’ when you don’t do what I say? I will show you what it’s like when someone comes to Me, listens to My teaching, and then follows it.” (Luke 6:46-47 NLT) The above story continues with Jesus talking about one person who listens and follows His teaching,Continue reading “Listener or Doer?”
Passive Obedience?
“It was by faith that Abraham obeyed when God called him to leave home and go to another land that God would give him as his inheritance. He went without knowing where he was going.” (Hebrews 11:8 NLT) In Matthew 21:28-32 Jesus tells the story of two sons, both of whom the father asked toContinue reading “Passive Obedience?”
A Friend of Mine
“A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need.” (Proverbs 17:17 NLT) True friendship is a blessing that is a rare treasure in today’s world. Friendship, like what many think of when they use the word “love,” is not “a many splendored thing,” as the old song suggests,Continue reading “A Friend of Mine”
Whose Authority?
“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. I know this because I am under the authority of my superior officers, and I have authority over my soldiers. I only need to say,Continue reading “Whose Authority?”
What’s Your Motivation to Obey?
“The disciples were amazed, ‘Who is this man?’ they asked. ‘Even the winds and waves obey Him!’” (Matthew 8:27 NLT) Obedience to God’s directives is a vital issue. In John 15:14 Jesus said to His disciples: “You are my friends if you do what I command.” That raises the question, “Can you be a JesusContinue reading “What’s Your Motivation to Obey?”
Walking With Jesus 