Whatever you ask in My name, I will do it so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask Me anything in My name, I will do it. 'In my Name' - according to the character, nature, being and essence of Who Christ is. It is the Name of Christ that … Continue reading In Jesus’ Name – John 14:13-14
Believing and Receiving – John 13:20
"Truly, truly, I say to you, he who receives whomever I send receives Me; and he who receives Me receives Him who sent Me.” To receive a believer in Christ, one whom Jesus has sent, is to receive Christ Himself. To receive Christ Himself is to receive God the Father. Thus, as we receive our … Continue reading Believing and Receiving – John 13:20
Speaking Truth in the Light of God’s Glory – Exodus 34:33
When Moses had finished speaking with them, he put a veil over his face. We must never feel obligated to make excuses for Gods glorious presence and His Holy Word. Never! This verse seems to indicate that Moses did the preaching without the veil. His glowing face was obvious and evident as he shared God's … Continue reading Speaking Truth in the Light of God’s Glory – Exodus 34:33
Purpose, Origin and Destiny – John 13:3
Jesus knew that the Father had given everything into His hands, that He had come from God, and that He was going back to God. Jesus knew His purpose, His origin and His destiny. This knowledge informs His life. Knowing where He is from, why He is here, and where He is going provides the … Continue reading Purpose, Origin and Destiny – John 13:3
God’s Fear Inducing Glory – Exodus 34:30
When Aaron and all the Israelites saw Moses, the skin of his face shone! They were afraid to come near him. There is an element of the reflected glory of God that causes an inexplicable fear in people. This 'glowing' is an odd thing to those who don't have any experience with it and possibly … Continue reading God’s Fear Inducing Glory – Exodus 34:30
Honored by God – John 12:26
If anyone serves Me, he must follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also; if anyone serves Me, the Father will honor him. The true servant of Christ receives the honor of Father God. It is quite a thought to consider. In and of ourselves we just don’t tend to be … Continue reading Honored by God – John 12:26
Wisdom and Favor – Proverbs 8:35
For the one who finds me finds life and obtains favor from the Lord... Nothing supersedes the favor of Father God. What could? This is the Creator of the Universe showing preference for a created being. It is mind boggling to say the least. Who would not seek this favor and enjoy this protection and … Continue reading Wisdom and Favor – Proverbs 8:35
Blasphemy- John 10:33
“We aren’t stoning You for a good work,” the Jews answered, “but for blasphemy, because You — being a man — make Yourself God.” He absolutely did not ‘make Himself God’. He is the Eternal God and always has been. He is the infinite starting point necessary for this finite existence of ours. He … Continue reading Blasphemy- John 10:33
Security in Christ – John 10:28
I give them eternal life, and they will never perish — ever! No one will snatch them out of My hand. The security we have in Christ is profound. He makes it clear that no other one can remove us from His protection and care. It could even be argued that we cannot remove ourselves; … Continue reading Security in Christ – John 10:28
Faith of Christ – Galatians 5:6
For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision accomplishes anything; what matters is faith working through love. Within Christ there is truly no religious human accomplishment that has any value. Ritualistic performance is worthless. Faith in and of Christ is of ultimate worth. He is our Faith and as we assent to His "realness" and … Continue reading Faith of Christ – Galatians 5:6
Fallen From Grace – Galatians 5:4
You have become estranged from Christ, you who attempt to be justified by law; you have fallen from grace. To fall from grace is not to sin so much that God refuses to forgive us. To fall from grace is to move back to a place where somehow we believe we can justify our own … Continue reading Fallen From Grace – Galatians 5:4
Garland of Grace, Crown of Beauty – Proverbs 4:9
“She will place a garland of grace on your head; she will give you a crown of beauty.” Jesus is the Wisdom of God and has quite literally crowned us with a garland of grace. He came full of grace and truth. He is our crown.
Fellowship Through Grace – Galatians 2:9
...and when James and Cephas and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given to me, they gave the right hand of fellowship to Barnabas and me, that we should go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. It was the grace of God applied and visible in Paul's life … Continue reading Fellowship Through Grace – Galatians 2:9
Confidence – Proverbs 3:26
For the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from a snare. Father God is our only confidence. He is steadfast, faithful and loving. He is the definition of confidence since all that He sets out to do He accomplishes. What could bring more confidence than the favor of an ever-present, all … Continue reading Confidence – Proverbs 3:26
Glorified Lives – Galatians 1:24
And they glorified God because of me. What a profound spiritual compliment! If only others could speak such of us today. If only our lives were described in such a way! Wow! That others would glorify God because of our lives. No compliment exceeds this. What could bring greater encouragement to the child of God … Continue reading Glorified Lives – Galatians 1:24
Adulterous Temptation – Proverbs 2:16-19
To deliver you from the strange woman, From the adulteress who flatters with her words; That leaves the companion of her youth And forgets the covenant of her God; For her house sinks down to death And her tracks lead to the dead; None who go to her return again, Nor do they reach the … Continue reading Adulterous Temptation – Proverbs 2:16-19
Receiving God’s Spirit and Word – Proverbs 1:23
“Turn to my reproof, Behold, I will pour out my spirit on you; I will make my words known to you.” The Spirit of God and the words of God are made known to His creation through discipline, correction and rebuke. Huh? Is this how we truly understand the revelation of God’s truth in our … Continue reading Receiving God’s Spirit and Word – Proverbs 1:23
Where Knowledge Begins – Proverbs 1:7
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; Fools despise wisdom and instruction. All true knowledge begins with an understanding of Who God is. A foundational respect for the Creator of this universe is critical for the mind. This fear leads the seeker into deeper and deeper truths of every variety without his … Continue reading Where Knowledge Begins – Proverbs 1:7
Who We are Not – John 3:28
You yourselves are my witnesses that I said, ‘I am not the Christ,’ but, ‘I have been sent ahead of Him.’ In order for Jesus to increase in our lives we must be very clear about who we are not! We must not become confused with our role in God's kingdom as best we can … Continue reading Who We are Not – John 3:28
Equality – Job 42:15
In all the land no women were found so fair as Job’s daughters; and their father gave them inheritance among their brothers. In one of the oldest books in the Bible we see God's servant treating his daughters as equals. This righteous man of God who was blessed in abundance because of his faithfulness includes … Continue reading Equality – Job 42:15
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