Change is usually a very difficult thing for people to do. We think about change. We see the need for change. But we find it difficult to actually change what needs to be changed. We may even start to change, but find if hard to carry it through. New Year’s resolutions are one kind ofContinue reading “More and Better”
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The Prophecy of Zechariah
The months of silence had undoubtedly given Zechariah time to think. It was time to think about the angel’s words, his own life, and what the future would hold for his family and for Israel. His life was redirected by the angel’s visitation. His expectations were now very different. His disappointments about being without aContinue reading “The Prophecy of Zechariah”
True Worship
“Shout for joy all the earth! Serve the Lord with Gladness! Come into his presence with joyful singing! Know that the Lord, He is God! He has made us and not we ourselves. We are his people and the sheep of his pasture. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and is courts with praise! GiveContinue reading “True Worship”
Go Deep with God
“But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him”— these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit. For the Spirit searches everything, even the deep things of God.” (1 Corinthians 2:9-10) Apologetics is a branch ofContinue reading “Go Deep with God”
Finding True Happiness & Love
There are two things I believe about basic human desire. I believe that all people want to be happy. And I believe that all people want to be loved. In fact, I think it’s safe to say that everything we do in life is consciously or unconsciously designed to find happiness and love. Sadly though,Continue reading “Finding True Happiness & Love”
The Secret of Contentment
People struggle with contentment. People jump from one job to another trying to find the perfect work, or they jump from one relationship to another, or even from one fad diet to another. People struggle with contentment. But there is help. There is a secret for contentment, an open secret. God commands us to beContinue reading “The Secret of Contentment”
The God of All Peace
Fear, worry and anxiety can grip the heart of anyone in certain circumstances. But there are some people who face these negative emotions on an almost daily basis. No one enjoys these feelings, but there is help from the Lord. God makes a bold promise to his people Israel in Isaiah 41:10, “Fear not, forContinue reading “The God of All Peace”
Attitude of Gratitude
“On the way to Jerusalem he was passing along between Samaria and Galilee. And as he entered a village, he was met by ten lepers, who stood at a distance and lifted up their voices, saying, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.” When he saw them he said to them, “Go and show yourselves toContinue reading “Attitude of Gratitude”
Praying in the Spirit
“Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according toContinue reading “Praying in the Spirit”
The Light of Life
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” (Psalm 119:105) Sometimes life feels like walking in the dark. Have you ever had that experience? Of course you have. We all have. Which way do I go? Which turn do I take? Will I bump into the wall or tripContinue reading “The Light of Life”
Burning Hearts 