In your goodness, O God, you have provided for the needy. Psalms 68:10 All God's gifts are prepared gifts laid away to meet wants He has foreseen. He anticipates our needs; and out of the fullness that He has treasured up in Christ Jesus, He provides from His goodness for the poor. You may trust Him for all the … [Read more...]
Memorial Day
Memorial Day, in the U.S., is a day of remembrance to those who gave their lives for serving their country. Statistics for wars and conflicts starting from year 1775 – present: 1,354,664+ Deaths 40,917+ Missing 1,498,237+ Wounded (source, Wikipedia) Sobering. As Americans we have freedom today because of … [Read more...]
Be Bold as the Disciples
Do you want to be bold as the disciples were? I mean the disciples after Pentecost, not the ones who cowered as Christ was led to the cross. How many of us have read Acts and wanted to emulate Peter, Stephen and Paul? I know I have. Following is a great and timely article by Jordan Standridge which appeared on The … [Read more...]
The Power of God in Prayer
The Power of God in Prayer. If we believe God's Word, we are bound to believe that prayer affects God, and affects him mightily; that prayer avails, and that prayer avails mightily. There are wonders in prayer because there are wonders in God. Prayer has no talismanic influence. It is no mere fetish. It has no … [Read more...]
Happy New Year 2016
Relent, Lord! How long will it be? Have compassion on your servants. Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days. Make us glad for as many days as you have afflicted us, for as many years as we have seen trouble. May your deeds be shown to your … [Read more...]
Happy Thanksgiving 2015
Happy Thanksgiving to all those who celebrate! Regardless of life's circumstances, we have much to be thankful for. Alf and I thank God for our family and friends, for His provision, protection, for the Blessed Hope and for His faithfulness. We thank Him for the ways He has drawn us closer to each other and to … [Read more...]
Today’s Inspiration – T is for Truth
Today’s Inspiration – T is for Truth and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. John 8:32 “The truth will set you free” is a common saying in academic circles that want to promote academic freedom and the power of learning. Many universities have this statement emblazoned on a sign near the … [Read more...]
Behave Like A Christian
It's tough to behave like a Christian. Yet we are commanded to do so. As Paul writes in Romans: Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good. Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in … [Read more...]
Today’s Inspiration – R is for Rejoice
Today’s Inspiration – R is for Rejoice Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 The Christian is to always rejoice, and this is quite in contrast to the surrounding pagan society. Dean Overman says, “The Christian … [Read more...]
You Were Born For this Battle
Great article from Back To Jerusalem. We made this video for no other reason than to smack you in the face and get you ready for the battle that you are facing today. Shake off the sleep, pick up the sword of the spirit, and put on the armor of God. You have work to do. Today the greatest challenge that … [Read more...]
