Then people went out to see what had happened. They came to Jesus and found the man the demons had departed from, sitting at Jesus’ feet, dressed and in his right mind. And they were afraid. Meanwhile, the eyewitnesses reported to them how the demon-possessed man was delivered. Then all the people of the Gerasene … Continue reading Godless Fear – Luke 8:35-37
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I Am Willing – Luke 5:13
Then He put out His hand and touched him, saying, “I am willing; be cleansed.” Immediately the leprosy left him. 'I am willing...' Are there any sweeter words that can be spoken by Lord Jesus? It is the beginning of all of the good that only He can do in a life. The great ‘I … Continue reading I Am Willing – Luke 5:13
Wearing God Out – Malachi 2:17
You have wearied the Lord with your words. Yet you ask, “How have we wearied Him?” When you say, “Everyone who does what is evil is good in the Lord’s sight, and He is pleased with them,” or “Where is the God of justice?” How many times have our own children droned on about our … Continue reading Wearing God Out – Malachi 2:17
Blaming God – Genesis 42:28
He said to his brothers, “My money has been put back; here it is in the mouth of my sack!” At this their hearts failed them, and they turned trembling to one another, saying, “What is this that God has done to us?” Why is it that often when we face the consequences of our … Continue reading Blaming God – Genesis 42:28
The Word of Life – Deuteronomy 32:47
“For they are not meaningless words to you but they are your life, and by them you will live long in the land you are crossing the Jordan to possess.” With our words we express the meaning in our minds and form relationships via the communication of our lips. God has also revealed His mind … Continue reading The Word of Life – Deuteronomy 32:47
Delight – Psalm 119:16
I will delight in Your statutes; I will not forget Your word. This is a conscious, intentional decision to take joy in the commandments and direction of Father God. This decision to be delighted by the Word of God results in many unexpected joys which flow out of a love for and dedication to His … Continue reading Delight – Psalm 119:16
Sovereign Sameness – Isaiah 46:4
I will be the same until your old age, and I will bear you up when you turn gray. I have made you, and I will carry you; I will bear and save you. As we age many things change and deteriorate. To know that Father God and His promises do not is deeply comforting … Continue reading Sovereign Sameness – Isaiah 46:4
Obedience – Psalms 105:45
All this happened so that they might keep his statutes and obey his instructions. Hallelujah! As obvious as it seems, all of God’s work is done that those who acknowledge Him might also obey Him. Obedience is key in the Christian faith for it is the essence of submissive love. We have seen and heard … Continue reading Obedience – Psalms 105:45
Consider the Best – Philippians 4:8
Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable — if there is any moral excellence and if there is any praise — dwell on* these things. *NRSV - 4:8 - Gk take account of When considering those with whom you share faith and … Continue reading Consider the Best – Philippians 4:8
Tact and Discretion – Daniel 2:14
Then Daniel responded with tact and discretion to Arioch, the captain of the king’s guard, who had gone out to execute the wise men of Babylon. These qualities of mind and action are what must characterize the servant of God Almighty. Tact and discretion. Concise words uttered with respect and judgement. A discerning mind that … Continue reading Tact and Discretion – Daniel 2:14
No Longer Slaves – Galatians 4:31
Therefore, brothers, we are not children of the slave but of the free woman. Fundamentally it seems to me that Paul is saying that we are no longer slaves of the flesh but instead sons of the Spirit of Christ. Galatians 4:6-7 And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of His Son … Continue reading No Longer Slaves – Galatians 4:31
Irreconcilable Differences – Galatians 4:30
But what does the Scripture say? Drive out the slave and her son, for the son of the slave will never be a co-heir with the son of the free woman. There are irreconcilable differences between the nature of the flesh and the indwelling Spirit. A set of rules will never permanently evict the spirit … Continue reading Irreconcilable Differences – Galatians 4:30
Suffering Savior, Isaiah 53:10-12
Yet it was the will of the LORD to crush him;he has put him to grief;when his soul makes an offering for guilt,he shall see his offspring; he shall prolong his days;the will of the LORD shall prosper in his hand.Out of the anguish of his soul he shall see and be satisfied; by his … Continue reading Suffering Savior, Isaiah 53:10-12
Slice and Burn – Jeremiah 36:23-25
As soon as Jehudi would read three or four columns, Jehoiakim would cut the scroll with a scribe’s knife and throw the columns into the blazing fire until the entire scroll was consumed by the fire in the brazier. As they heard all these words, the king and all of his servants did not become … Continue reading Slice and Burn – Jeremiah 36:23-25
The Greater Miracle – Acts 3:19-20
Therefore repent and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped out, that seasons of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, and that he may send Jesus, who has been appointed for you as the Messiah. In the middle of a powerful miracle story, Peter speaks of and testifies to the … Continue reading The Greater Miracle – Acts 3:19-20
The Purposes of God – Job 9:17
He batters me with a whirlwind and multiplies my wounds without cause. God never operates without a cause for He is the Ultimate Cause. Job's comment is understandable given what he is enduring; however, God has a purpose for all of it - that He might display to the enemy Job's undying faithfulness and bring … Continue reading The Purposes of God – Job 9:17
Shameless – Jeremiah 6:15
Were they ashamed when they acted so abhorrently? They weren’t at all ashamed. They can no longer feel humiliation. Therefore, they will fall among the fallen. When I punish them, they will collapse, says the Lord. The loss of shame for abhorrent, immoral acts is a clear sign that one is disconnected from truth and … Continue reading Shameless – Jeremiah 6:15
Living Shortsighted – Jeremiah 5:30-31
“An appalling and horrible thing Has happened in the land: The prophets prophesy falsely, And the priests rule on their own authority; And My people love it so! But what will you do at the end of it?” We simply tend to be shortsighted don’t we? Living day to day according to our own desires. … Continue reading Living Shortsighted – Jeremiah 5:30-31
False Counsel – Job 5:8
However, if I were you, I would appeal to God and would present my case to him. This is exactly what Job has always done and even in these dire circumstances continues to do. He knows God is his only hope. He has always kept God first and will not turn his face from God … Continue reading False Counsel – Job 5:8
Personal Offerings – 2 Samuel 24:24
The king answered Araunah, “No, I insist on buying it from you for a price, for I will not offer to the Lord my God burnt offerings that cost me nothing.” David bought the threshing floor and the oxen for 20 ounces of silver. Can one truly sacrifice something that has cost him nothing? I … Continue reading Personal Offerings – 2 Samuel 24:24
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