“So the Word became human and made His home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen His glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.” (John 1:14 NLT) There are several words with only a one letter difference, but none so graphic for a believer asContinue reading “When Grace Wins”
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Scripture Prayers For Loved Ones
“I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding.” (Philippians 1:9 NLT) *May this powerful devotional by Sylvia Gunter guide us as we learn to pray more effectively for those we love the most. Blessings, Ed (used with permission) One of the bestContinue reading “Scripture Prayers For Loved Ones”
When True Faith Begins
“Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.” (Psalm 139:23-24 NLT) What disturbs you most about yourself? The prayer of the Psalmist above is a prayer I often pray, but why?Continue reading “When True Faith Begins”
Purifying Prayer
“Jesus also taught: ‘Beware of these teachers of religious law! For they like to parade around in flowing robes and receive respectful greetings as they walk in the marketplaces. And how they love the seats of honor in the synagogues and the head table at banquets. Yet they shamelessly cheat widows out of their propertyContinue reading “Purifying Prayer”
The Value of Relationship
“They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord’s Supper, and shared their meals with great joy and generosity – all the while praising God and enjoying the goodwill of all the people. And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved.” (Acts 2:46-47 NLT)Continue reading “The Value of Relationship”
Praying For Children (Part 3)
“Lord, I prayed for this child, and You have granted me what I asked of You.” (1 Samuel 1:27) *This is day 3 of 3 days of this helpful guide in praying for children by Sylvia Gunter. Used with permission. These Scripture-based prayers are dedicated to this most important responsibility and privilege of a parentContinue reading “Praying For Children (Part 3)”
Praying For Children (Part 2)
“Lord, I prayed for this child, and You have granted me what I asked of You.” (1 Samuel 1:27) *This is day 2 of 3 days of this helpful guide in praying for children by Sylvia Gunter. Used with permission. These Scripture-based prayers are dedicated to this most important responsibility and privilege of a parentContinue reading “Praying For Children (Part 2)”
Steering Wheel or Spare Tire?
“The best-equipped army cannot save a king, nor is great strength enough to save a warrior. Don’t count on your warhorse to give you victory – for all its strength, it cannot save you. But the Lord watches over those who fear Him, those who rely on His unfailing love.” (Psalm 33:16-18) When are youContinue reading “Steering Wheel or Spare Tire?”
Triumphant Prayers
“One day Jesus told His disciples a story to show that they should always pray and never give up.” (Luke 18:1 NLT) Do you ever get discouraged asking God for the same thing day after day, yet struggling to see any evidence that it’s doing anyone any good? Admittedly, in my weaker moments, I do,Continue reading “Triumphant Prayers”
Praying For Children Moving Away From Home
“For the angel of the Lord is a guard; He surrounds and defends all who fear Him.” (Psalm 34:7) *May this powerful devotional by Sylvia Gunter guide us as we seek to release our children and grandchildren to the watchful care of our Savior. Blessings, Ed (used with permission) It is humorously said that GodContinue reading “Praying For Children Moving Away From Home”
Walking With Jesus 