“Now the Holy Spirit tells us clearly that in the last times some will turn away from the true faith; they will follow deceptive spirits and teaching that come from demons. These people are hypocrites and liars, and their consciences are dead.” (1 Timothy 4:1-2 NLT) Life is hard for a believer. Every morning IContinue reading “Myths We Believe”
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Why Are You Crying? (Part 2)
“Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep.” (Romans 12:15 NLT) In yesterday’s post we looked at crying in the context of our sin and essentially asked the question: “Is our crying the result of being caught in our sin, or because our sin grieves the heart of God; areContinue reading “Why Are You Crying? (Part 2)”
When our “Tummy” Hurts
“Then Jesus said to His disciples, ‘I tell you the truth, it is very hard for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. I’ll say it again, – it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of God!’Continue reading “When our “Tummy” Hurts”
The Wickedness of Riches
“Jesus said, ‘There was a certain rich man who was splendidly clothed in purple and fine linen and who lived each day in luxury.’” (Luke 16:19 NLT) It’s not a sin to have wealth. It IS a sin when your wealth has you! There’s no indication that the rich man in Jesus’ parable was grosslyContinue reading “The Wickedness of Riches”
Pessimism
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take. Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil. Then you will have healing for your bodyContinue reading “Pessimism”
Assessing Life’s Scars
“From now on, don’t let anyone trouble me with these things. For I bear on my body the scars that show I belong to Jesus.” (Galatians 6:17 NLT) As you read the verse above, what jumps out? For me the two words that drew my attention most forcefully were: “these things.” I immediately wondered whatContinue reading “Assessing Life’s Scars”
Is Your Life Father-Filtered?
“’All right, you may test him,’ the Lord said to Satan.” (Job 1:12a NLT) Do you realize that everything that touches your life, both good and bad, passes through the filter of God’s permission? Why would God allow something bad to enter your life? Remember Job, according to God’s Word: “…was blameless – a manContinue reading “Is Your Life Father-Filtered?”
Chosen
“Lord, hear my prayer! Listen to my plea! Don’t turn away from me in my time of distress. Bend down to listen, and answer me quickly when I call to You. For my days disappear like smoke, and my bones burn like red-hot coals. My heart is sick, withered like grass, and I have lostContinue reading “Chosen”
Why Trials?
“For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.” (Ecclesiastes 3:1 NLT) For much the same reason we need sunshine and rain, we need good times and bad, joy and laughter, heartache, and pain. Think of the life of Jesus. May I remind you that He was perfect in every way;Continue reading “Why Trials?”
Does God Interfere With Our Lives?
“They began screaming at Him, ‘Why are you interfering with us, Son of God? Have you come here to torture us before God’s appointed time?’” (Matthew 8:29 NLT) Do you believe God interferes with your life? Do you believe the pain or torment you experience is His fault? The Greek word translated “interfering” in theContinue reading “Does God Interfere With Our Lives?”
Walking With Jesus 