“Then He sent someone to Egypt ahead of them – Joseph, who was sold as a slave. They bruised his feet with fetters and placed his neck in an iron collar. Until the time came to fulfill his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph’s character.” (Psalm 105:17-19 NLT) According to The Merriam-Webster Dictionary character is definedContinue reading “When Character Is Formed”
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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”
He’s All We Need!
“At the moment I have all I need – and more! I am generously supplied with the gifts you sent me with Epaphroditus. They are a sweet-smelling sacrifice that is acceptable and pleasing to God. And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from His glorious riches, which haveContinue reading “He’s All We Need!”
It Is Well. Even When It Is Not.
*This 15th of the month rather than a devotional by Sylvia Gunter, I’m offering a timely message from her daughter, Elizabeth Gunter Powell. She writes with similar passion to her mom. Enjoy! Blessings, Ed 😊 As many look forward to this season with great joy, there are just as many who wish the holidays wouldContinue reading “It Is Well. Even When It Is Not.”
Guilt
“The old system under the law of Moses was only a shadow, a dim preview of the good things to come, not the good things themselves. The sacrifices under that system were repeated again and again, year after year, but they were never able to provide perfect cleansing for those who came to worship. IfContinue reading “Guilt”
What Are You Sowing?
“Don’t be misled – you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant. Those who live only to satisfy their own sinful nature will harvest decay and death from that sinful nature. But those who live to please the Spirit will harvest everlasting life from the Spirit.” (Galatians 6:7-9 NLT)Continue reading “What Are You Sowing?”
In the Midst of the Storm
“My heart pounds in my chest. The terror of death assaults me. Fear and trembling overwhelm me, and I can’t stop shaking. Oh, that I had wings like a dove; then I would fly away and rest! I would fly away to the quiet of the wilderness. How quickly I would escape – far fromContinue reading “In the Midst of the Storm”
Emerald Green Hearts
“So the Lord must wait for you to come to Him so He can show you His love and compassion. For the Lord is a faithful God. Blessed are those who wait for His help.” (Isaiah 30:18 NLT) God never fails! Man, and machines fail, but God never does. The Psalmist captures the heart ofContinue reading “Emerald Green Hearts”
Times of Darkness
“O Lord, why do You reject me? Why do you turn Your face from me?” (Psalm 88:14 NLT) The above quote is a verse from a song written by Heman the Ezrahite thousands of years ago, yet, it captures the heart’s cry of millions in our world today, many who sincerely and genuinely know JesusContinue reading “Times of Darkness”
Pray for America!
“Then if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land. My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to every prayer made in this place.”Continue reading “Pray for America!”
Walking With Jesus 