Who is God? It is important to know who God is, because we were made in His image. Most of my Christian walk, I thought that it was important for me to know who God was because I needed to know who God could be to me. As I allowed Him to display that portion... Continue Reading →
Casting Lots
”But Jesus was saying, “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.” And they cast lots, dividing up His garments among themselves.“. Luke 23:34 This was foretold in Psalm 22 “…They pierced My hands and My feet; I can count all My bones. They look and stare at Me. They... Continue Reading →
A Time
The prayer reflects on the various seasons of life as described in Ecclesiastes, expressing gratitude for times of birth and healing, while seeking comfort for those facing death. It calls for wisdom for farmers, encourages healing for individuals and the nation, and emphasizes the importance of love, truth, and spiritual warfare amidst life's challenges.
Obedience Shows Faith
The discussion centers on Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s interpretation of biblical callings, emphasizing that true discipleship requires immediate obedience to Jesus without excuses. He contrasts Matthew's straightforward response to Jesus's call with others who hesitated. Bonhoeffer stresses the necessity of leaving comfort zones and the cost of discipleship, which involves self-denial and faith.
Foundation Prayer
Lord, I thank You that You are our strong foundation, the rock that we can build our life upon. Help us to allow You access to every area of our life, the Chief builder of our life. Keep us grounded in You when the storms and shaking come, our faith is in You. Help us... Continue Reading →
Prayer for Students, Teachers and Staff
Heavenly Father, our great and perfect Teacher, we come to You on behalf of the children of this county, state and nation as they head back to school. Lord, we ask that You direct their paths, guard their minds and their bodies, as they go about learning. Help them to discern and cast down every... Continue Reading →
God’s Glory
Stepping out into the dark The feel of concrete beneath my shoes White light begins to shine Above the mountain range A solitary bird welcomes the day With a song perched on the fence Hidden in the darkness of the dawn. Turning the corner, the metal on The dog’s chain clanks with every step The... Continue Reading →
Prayer for our Nation
Lord, I thank You for the majesty and beauty of Your creation, despite the ugliness in our world today, it still shines through in creation, the sunrises and sunsets. Lord, I lift up our country to You. Yesterday there was an assassination attempt on the life of a former president, and from what the news... Continue Reading →
God’s Perfect Work
“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.”James 1:2-4 Driving east on interstate 40 there is really rough roads as you head from Arizona into... Continue Reading →
Not Burdensome
Truly the signs of an apostle were accomplished among you with all perseverance, in signs and wonders and mighty deeds. For what is it in which you were inferior to other churches, except that I myself was not burdensome to you? Forgive me this wrong! 2 Corinthians 12:12-13 Paul let the Corinthians know he was an apostle to... Continue Reading →
