“But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.” (Matthew 6:6 NLT) Why do you pray? As I ponder the reasons we pray there are essentially three reasons: desperation, duty, or heartfelt desire. Purifying prayerContinue reading “Purifying Prayer”
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Vows
“If you present a gift as a burnt offering to the Lord, whether it is to fulfill a vow or is voluntary offering, you will be accepted only if your offering is a male animal with no defects. It may be a bull, a ram, or a male goat. Do not present an animal withContinue reading “Vows”
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?”
The Fragrance of Our Lives
“Well then, should we keep on sinning so that God can show us more and more of His wonderful grace? Of Course not! Since we have died to sin, how can we continue to live in it? (Romans 6:1 NLT) Has it ever occurred to you that your life in Christ has an aroma, aContinue reading “The Fragrance of Our Lives”
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”
How Much Do You Love God?
“For God loved the world so much that He gave His one and only Son, so that everyone who believed in Him will not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16 NLT) Rick Warren shared this story in a recent devotion: “A while back, a man came into my office and said, ‘I’m a Christian,Continue reading “How Much Do You Love God?”
The Value of Pain
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.” (Revelation 21:4 NLT) Why do you think God allows things on earth that will not be allowed in Heaven? Sin certainly will be exempted from heaven and it’sContinue reading “The Value of Pain”
When Religion Becomes Dangerous
“On judgment day many will say to Me, ‘Lord! Lord! We prophesied in Your name and cast out demons in Your name and performed many miracles in Your name.’ But I will reply, ‘I never knew you. Get away from Me, you who break God’s laws.’” (Matthew 7:22-23 NLT) It’s very easy to get caughtContinue reading “When Religion Becomes Dangerous”
Have You Made the List?
“A group of Jews was traveling from town to town casting out evil spirits. They tried to use the name of the Lord Jesus in their incantation, saying, ‘I command you in the name of Jesus, whom Paul preaches, to come out!’ Seven sons of Sceva, a leading priest, were doing this. But one timeContinue reading “Have You Made the List?”
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”
Walking With Jesus 