The things I predicted have now come true. Now I will tell you of new things even before they begin to happen. Isaiah 42:9 The Old Testament points to Jesus. Isaiah points out all the things God said would happen did, and that he would be given new things to prophesy about. I have sat... Continue Reading →
Seemingly Useless
So then, my dear friends, stand firm and steady. Keep busy always in your work for the Lord, since you know that nothing you do in the Lord's service is ever useless. 1 Corinthians 15:58 Useless - God doesn't allow for the useless. The Word says all things work together for good, so He can... Continue Reading →
I’ve Learned to Trust
Let us hold on firmly to the hope we profess, because we can trust God to keep his promise. Hebrews 10:23 I admit there have been times in my life where God has to send out the rope again. I let go of the rescue buoy thinking I was better off on my own. It... Continue Reading →
Holy Spirit Education
Scripture: But as for you, Christ has poured out his Spirit on you. As long as his Spirit remains in you, you do not need anyone to teach you. For his Spirit teaches you about everything, and what he teaches is true, not false. Obey the Spirit’s teaching, then, and remain in union with Christ.... Continue Reading →
Complete the Work
You will do everything you have promised; Lord, your love is eternal. Complete the work that you have begun. Psalm 138:8 Reoccurring themes usually get my attention. Today is another one of those days. The devotional I am reading from Paul David Tripp talked about how at times we get comfortable in His grace. Things... Continue Reading →
Human Ability Dependent on God’s Wisdom
So when I came to you, I was weak and trembled all over with fear, and my teaching and message were not delivered with skillful words of human wisdom, but with convincing proof of the power of God's Spirit. Your faith, then, does not rest on human wisdom but on God's power. 1 Corinthians 2:3-5 I have... Continue Reading →
Bugs, Rain and No More Shame
““Be glad, people of Zion, rejoice at what the Lord your God has done for you. He has given you the right amount of autumn rain; he has poured down the winter rain for you and the spring rain as before. The threshing places will be full of grain; the pits beside the presses will... Continue Reading →
Purpose or Procrastinate
“Do not deceive yourselves by just listening to his word; instead, put it into practice.” James 1:22 As I seek God’s direction in my life, I really want a clear revelation like Paul received in Acts 26:13-18. He knew he was called to the Gentiles, the kings and then the Jews. it was very... Continue Reading →
