“So, affectionately longing for you, we were well pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God, but also our own lives, because you had become dear to us.” I Thessalonians 2:8 I have generally no problem, sharing the gospel with others. It is sharing my life with others that can be... Continue Reading →
“Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.” Philippians 2:1-2 “If there is encouragement in Christ, consolation in love, fellowship with... Continue Reading →
“But he who is joined to the Lord is one spirit with Him.” I Corinthians 6:17 There is a part of me that understands true healing can only come through the Lord. When we allow every part of ourselves to join with Him, there is wholeness. We take our ways and submit them to His... Continue Reading →
“And by this we know that we are of the truth, and shall assure our hearts before Him. For if our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and knows all things.” I John 3:19-20 My heart often condemns me. My insecurities, time pride, fear, failure, complacency, and desire for comfort often... Continue Reading →
The Israelites questioned God about their unrecognized fasting, yet God, through Isaiah, revealed that their hearts were not aligned with Him. True fasting involves serving others, loosening the bonds of wickedness, and addressing community needs. Fasting is not about appearance or seeking recognition; it should foster personal transformation and compassion for others.
Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. And when He had fasted forty days and forty nights, afterward He was hungry. Now when the tempter came to Him, he said, “If You are the Son of God, command that these stones become bread.” But He answered and said, “It is... Continue Reading →
Then the Lord said to Moses, “Write these words, for according to the tenor of these words I have made a covenant with you and with Israel.” So he was there with the Lord forty days and forty nights; he neither ate bread nor drank water. And He wrote on the tablets the words of the covenant, the Ten Commandments. Now it was... Continue Reading →
Hosea 6:6 emphasizes that God values mercy and knowledge over sacrifices. The passage illustrates that true faithfulness to God is shown through intimate, private relationships rather than public displays of sacrifice. Knowing God deeply leads to understanding our identity in Him, and genuine love for Him should stem from this relationship, not obligation.
The content emphasizes the responsibility of believers to teach others what they have learned, as highlighted in 2 Timothy 2:2. It stresses that faithfulness involves sharing knowledge to strengthen and encourage others, rather than merely seeking personal salvation. The author expresses gratitude for insightful teachers and a desire to share that wisdom.
Extravagant love is not about grand gestures but is evident in the small, meaningful moments that resonate deeply. After years of experience in a Christian relationship, it's clear that true love is shown through understanding and meeting unspoken needs. God's love reflects this by responding even before we ask, highlighting the significance of intimate connections.
Restoring Voice 