"My thoughts,” says the Lord, “are not like yours, and my ways are different from yours.As high as the heavens are above the earth, so high are my ways and thoughts above yours." Isaiah 55:8-9 This scripture was part of a daily devotional that I read with others. The New Testament scripture came to mind: As the scripture says,... Continue Reading →
”And pray also for me, that God will give me a message when I am ready to speak, so that I may speak boldly and make known the gospel's secret. For the sake of this gospel I am an ambassador, though now I am in prison. Pray that I may be bold in speaking about... Continue Reading →
”Israel, the Lord who created you says, “Do not be afraid—I will save you. I have called you by name—you are mine. When you pass through deep waters, I will be with you; your troubles will not overwhelm you. When you pass through fire, you will not be burned; the hard trials that come will... Continue Reading →
The content reflects on Daniel's faith in God’s wisdom and power, particularly during a crisis involving the King of Babylon's dream. It emphasizes the importance of prayer, collective faith, and seeking divine assistance in challenging times. Ultimately, it praises God for revealing mysteries and encourages trust in His authority and timing.
Isaiah prophesied the birth of a child, Jesus, who came not as the expected warrior savior but as a humble baby. Jesus, referred as "Wonderful Counselor," "Mighty God," "Eternal Father," and "Prince of Peace," exemplified his divine nature in different ways. He fulfilled the law, healed the sick, termed as an equal to God, and brought peace. This underlines Jesus's multiple facets as prophesied and his unexpected yet transformative teachings.
Raise discusses faith in God's power, drawing on the belief that Jesus was resurrected. It emphasizes the significance of facts, suggesting that the absence of counter-evidence validates the resurrection. Raise describes using oneself as a tool for God's glory, and echoes the theme that God elevates the humble while discouraging self-promotion.
”Giving thanks is the sacrifice that honors me, and I will surely save all who obey me.”“Psalm 50:23 I’ve never thought of giving thanks to God as a sacrifice. I realize in my life if God never did another thing for me that I could still thank Him for the rest of my life.... Continue Reading →
”In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will, that we who first trusted in Christ should be to the praise of His glory.” Ephesians 1:11-12 There is so much in these two verses. In Christ... Continue Reading →
”Oh, I know, “Wisdom is better than foolishness, just as light is better than darkness.” Ecclesiastes 2:13 The quote “Knowledge is power.” is attributed to Francis Bacon. And while knowledge may be power, wisdom is everything. I love learning, but human knowledge is foolishness next to the wisdom of God. His Word tells us... Continue Reading →
What gives life is God's Spirit; human power is of no use at all. The words I have spoken to you bring God's life-giving Spirit. John 6:63 "Human power is of no use at all." That is a powerful statement because it is a reminder that no matter how good I think I am doing,... Continue Reading →
Restoring Voice 