“Yet what we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory He will reveal to us later. For all creation is waiting eagerly for that future day when God will reveal who His children really are.” (Romans 8:18-19 NLT) At first glance we may look at the verses above and think: “Finally, I’ll know I’veContinue reading “Expectation”
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How to Grow God’s Family
“Many will see what he has done and be amazed. They will put their trust in the LORD.” (Psalm 40:3 NLT) *Here’s another very practical application of the topic we’ve been exploring the last week or so by Pastor Rick Warren. It was just too good not to share. Blessings, Ed 😊 Because of Jesus,Continue reading “How to Grow God’s Family”
A Heart Like His
*In light of the last few days topics I thought this message from Ron Hutchcraft would be the perfect way to summarize what I’ve been trying to share. Please listen to the Spirit as your read. Blessings, Ed 😊 Some dear friends of ours lost their 19-year-old son. Because of the way it happened, hisContinue reading “A Heart Like His”
What if? (Part 2)
“As he was approaching Damascus on this mission, a light from heaven suddenly shone down around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice saying to him, ‘Saul! Saul! Why are you persecuting Me?’ ‘Who are you, Lord?’ Saul asked. And the voice replied, ‘I am Jesus, the one you are persecuting! NowContinue reading “What if? (Part 2)”
It’s Even Better Than You Thought
“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip His people to do every good work.”Continue reading “It’s Even Better Than You Thought”
Power
“For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes – the Jew first and also the Gentile.” (Romans 1:16 NLT) What comes first to mind when you think of power? Being a lover of Mustangs, I think of a strong, powerfulContinue reading “Power”
What If He’d Never Come Home?
“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?”
Eternal Security
“You didn’t choose Me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask for, using My name. This is My command: Love each other.” (John 15:16-17 NLT) What I will share with you today will be understood and believed by many ofContinue reading “Eternal Security”
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?”
Experiencing God
“We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because He has given usContinue reading “Experiencing God”
Walking With Jesus 