The Psalmist encourages waiting patiently for the Lord, facing challenges with bravery and courage. Different versions interpret "wait" as trust, emphasizing the need for faith and dependence on God's timing. The writer's personal experience illustrates how trusting in God's faithfulness during difficult times can strengthen courage while waiting for His deliverance and purpose.
Today, Pastor Ness preached from Romans 7 about The Enemy Within. He contrasted the sin that we allow the flesh to hold on to versus living a life submitted to Jesus Christ and living by the power of Holy Spirit. He used the example of sin taking up residence, like a squatter in a rental... Continue Reading →
“I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. John 14:18 As we read this Scripture in Bible Study Sunday, I thought about what it means to be an orphan. Both parents have died. I recently was reading in the Old Testament how the farmers were told to leave the remnants for the... Continue Reading →
The heart reflects the true self, revealing terror, shame, and guilt. Despite serving God, inner darkness persists. Recognizing that others' behavior mirrors our own flaws is crucial for personal growth. Self-reflection is the catalyst for inner work, leading to a desire for every part to reflect Jesus.
The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it. John 1:5 There is something that mesmerizes me when flying at night. Love to see the lights down on the land from the sky. Beautiful lighting up the darkness. Like every time I have a night flight, I have a different revelation about... Continue Reading →
Not that I have already obtained it or have already become perfect, but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward... Continue Reading →
But you, when you pray, go into your inner room, close your door and pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you. Matthew 6:6 Jesus expected That we would pray. So when we pray, we are to have a time in private where we talk to... Continue Reading →
God instructs believers to seek prayer and anointing from church elders when sick. This can lead to healing and forgiveness of sins. Confession and praying for others is also important. Writing down prayer requests can reveal God's miracles, strengthening faith. The power of prayer and God's faithfulness should be acknowledged and embraced.
The author reflects on seeking comfort and protection from God following a tornado that impacted their hometown. While family and friends are safe, the emotional weight of the situation is heavy. They express a desire for divine guidance and peace, emphasizing faith in God's control and support for those affected.
The passage reflects on the Israelites' rebellion against God's command to enter the promised land. Despite the encouraging reports from Caleb and Joshua, the people feared their enemies and disobeyed, resulting in severe consequences. The author emphasizes that trust in God's timing and obedience to His will are essential for success in fulfilling His promises.
