But when the goodness of God and His love for mankind appeared, He saved us — not by works of righteousness that we had done, but according to His mercy, through the washing of regeneration and renewal by the Holy Spirit. He poured out this Spirit on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior, so … Continue reading Titus 3:4-7 – The Trinity
Titus 1:16 -Thoughts, Words, Actions
They profess to know God, but they deny Him by their works. They are detestable, disobedient, and disqualified for any good work. Words matter. They are critical to our being. They are inextricably tied to our faith. They define us and we will be judged by every careless word we speak, however, it is our … Continue reading Titus 1:16 -Thoughts, Words, Actions
Friday – People of Faith
As much as I am learning the limitations of my faith and courage I am seeing the depth and beauty of the faith of these who live and serve in Chennai. Brother Paul is simply amazing. Not perfect, yet a man who sees a need and then engages whoever and whatever is necessary to make … Continue reading Friday – People of Faith
Marathon Monday
Loaded up and traveled to Brother Paul's house to prepare to head out to the Indian Countryside. A longer day than we had ever imagined awaited us. Lost count at about 5 churches because of the terrain we drove between each. I never had any sense of bearing regarding where we were. Small villages with small … Continue reading Marathon Monday
Saturday Morning – Preachers Galore!
With Saturday came the monthly remote preachers meeting where over 300 preachers with whom Paul works and helps support travel to the Preacher's school in Chennai for a monthly encouragement gathering. Wow! 340 showed up and the ministry provided a hot lunch and one way transportation funds. I have never seen more excited, encouraging men … Continue reading Saturday Morning – Preachers Galore!
Who Would Have Thought…
Father God surprised us once again with a challenge of which we had only recently dreamed. A three hour flight followed by a 2 hour layover followed by a 8.5 hour flight followed by a 3 hour layover followed by a 9 hour flight definitely set the experience in motion. Whew! I'm a professional sitter … Continue reading Who Would Have Thought…
The Power of God
From: Wendell Burnam Sent: Tuesday, January 14, 2003 2:24 PM To: Dunamis Friends (E-mail) Subject: The Power Of God Dear All, This morning as I prayed and studied I was deeply impressed again with our ever-present need to lean more fully and connect more completely with God's Holy Spirit. I've been reading a work by … Continue reading The Power of God
Faith is the Victory
At the 4th Street Church of Christ, this song rang through the building often. It was one of my daddy's favorites... Encamped along the hills of light You Christian soldiers rise And press the battle ere the night Shall veil the glowing skies Against the foe in vales below Let all our strength be hurled … Continue reading Faith is the Victory
Hold Me Jesus – Colossians 1.17
The quiet moments of the day most always remind me of the true condition of my natural inner self. I use the word natural intentionally as I believe it best describes the nature of sin in me - my flesh that continues to cling to me. In those moments when all is quiet and my … Continue reading Hold Me Jesus – Colossians 1.17
God’s Specific Will
The specific direction of God in my life has always been filled with such good mystery and the part that circumstances play always leaves me seeking and wondering. I have never been one of those who has heard God's voice audibly nor have I ever pestered Him about it. I have also never been one … Continue reading God’s Specific Will
Abhorrent
Some words just sound like themselves. Abhorrent. It has the sound of a strong thought. It speaks of repugnant things. Detestable and loathsome actions. It accurately describes an abomination. It's simply abhorrent. Abominable. Here's the shocking thought: God actually calls us to this place. He calls us to abhor, even though that may not sound … Continue reading Abhorrent
Maybe It’s Enough
2 Chronicles 29:2, "And he did what was right in the eyes of the Lord..." Maybe, in a time when achievement rules the day, this simple statement will be enough. Maybe, in a land where words are devalued, this sentence will retain it's worth. Maybe, in a culture where the biggest, baddest and most beautiful … Continue reading Maybe It’s Enough
Gratitude With a Capital ‘G’
Many have forgotten and many have simply been misinformed regarding the heart and soul of the Thanksgiving holiday. Gratefully, the host of a national radio show reminded me yesterday of the fundamental purpose of this season of Thanksgiving. It is fundamentally a time to openly thank God in Heaven for Who He is and for … Continue reading Gratitude With a Capital ‘G’
In This World…
It seems I am obsessed with the problems I face. Lately, I have even begun to chide myself regarding my attitude toward the nature of things. Things just can't be as bad as I perceive them. Materially, I've been given so much. Spiritually, God has blessed me. Yet, there is this overarching feeling and perception … Continue reading In This World…
Willing Consecration
1 Chronicles 29: 5,9 5"...Who then is willing to consecrate himself this day to the Lord ?” 9 Then the people rejoiced because they had offered so willingly, for they made their offering to the Lord with a whole heart, and King David also rejoiced greatly. consecrate - give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause … Continue reading Willing Consecration
Cloud of a Crowd – Hebrews 12.1,2
Even now, a crowd watches and surrounds God’s people as He works in them and through them. Those who have gone before now wait with the angels for the redemption of those of us who are making our way to that Heavenly land. Surely they cheer us on. Surely they pray and hope for us. Their perspective is clearer now that they stand in the presence of Jesus Christ.
God’s Palette
With the expert hand of a Supernatural artist He paints the Heavens with Joy; He colors the sky with Peace and Hope; He reminds us of His Presence with His palette. wen 1/11/95
Salt On My Lips
The fresh salt of the sea captured by the breeze made it's wonderful way to my nose and to the edge of my lips. The crunch of the tiny shells under my feet brought glee - yes glee - to my ears and subsequently to my heart. The repetitive pounding of the surf upon the rocky ridges … Continue reading Salt On My Lips
Angels In My Bed
For NeeNee and Lamb (I awoke one morning to find that our daughter, who was 5 years old at the time, had joined us in bed during the night. Her presence instantly inspired this poem.) I saw an angel this morning! I know it must have been; Tender skin, a glowing face, And a perfectly … Continue reading Angels In My Bed
To the Edge of the Jungle
As Monday morning dawned, it hit me that this was the day we would head for the infamous "Amazon Jungle". Yikes! I had been so courageous from a million miles away but now, only a 5 hour drive and a 45 minute flight out, fear showed up. Gulp. I thought about the trip ahead of … Continue reading To the Edge of the Jungle
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