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WHO’S WILL IS WINNING THE BATTLE FOR CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE?

SCRIPTURE: “For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will but the will of Him who sent Me” (John 6:38). MEDITATION: Whenever a person is enamored with someone, they can develop a desire to be just like them. They want to mimic their habits, their character traits, their goals, their attitudes, … Continue reading

DO YOU FEEL YOU ARE STUMBLING THROUGH LIFE WITH NO DIRECTION?

SCRIPTURE: Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. (Matthew 9:35-36) MEDITATION: Folk singer Bob Dylan had … Continue reading

LIVING UNDER GOD’S WRATH CAN WEIGH YOU DOWN, CAN’T IT?

SCRIPTURE: Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life, for God’s wrath remains on him.”   (John 3:36) MEDITATION: We are all God’s creation; we are fearfully and wonderfully made. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know … Continue reading

IF YOU WERE OFFERED A REMEDY FOR A SERIOUS CONDITION, WOULD YOU TAKE IT?

SCRIPTURE: In those days Hezekiah became ill and was at the point of death.  The prophet Isaiah son of Amoz went to him and said, “This is what the Lord says:  Put your house in order, because you are going to die; you will not recover.” (2 Kings 20:1) MEDITATION: There is question each person … Continue reading

ARE YOU MISSING OUT ON “HAPPILY” FELLOWSHIPPING WITH OTHER CHRISTIANS?

SCRIPTURE: “But if we are living in the light of God’s presence, just as Christ does, then we have wonderful fellowship and joy with each other, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from every sin.”   (1 John 1:7) MEDITATION: Have you discovered any scriptures that describe how Jesus did some things … Continue reading

IF ONLY (fill in the blank), I WOULD BE A MUCH HAPPIER PERSON

SCRIPTURE: “The LORD appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness.” (Jeremiah 31:3) MEDITATION: Growing up, can be a real challenge, especially when we compare ourselves to others. Someone may be slender, wear the latest fashion trends, and have perfect hair. They … Continue reading

IS YOUR LIFE ON GOD’S PATH, OR ONE YOU HAVE CREATED FOR YOURSELF?

BIBLE PASSAGE: “There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.”   (Proverbs 14:12) MEDITATION: Have you ever known someone who did things that you couldn’t believe? You may have had thoughts like, “What is wrong with him or her?” Whenever the person has to make … Continue reading

OPPORTUNITIES – DON’T MISS OUT ON THEM

SCRIPTURE: “Continue praying, keeping alert, and always thanking God. Also pray for us that God will give us an opportunity to tell people his message.” (Colossians 4:2-3) “Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.” (Galatians 6:10). MEDITATION: Opportunity is defined as, … Continue reading

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO FOLLOW SOMEONE?

SCRIPTURE: “Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, and do not share in the sins of others. Keep yourself pure.”   (1 Timothy 5:22) MEDITATION: Have you ever given much thought about what it means to be a follower of Christ? If we follow someone, it means we are walking behind them … Continue reading

I WANT TO PLEASE GOD – WHERE DO I START?

SCRIPTURE: “You can never please God without faith, without depending on him. Anyone who wants to come to God must believe that there is a God and that he rewards those who sincerely look for him.”   (Hebrews 11:6) MEDITATION: Have you ever been acquainted with someone who is difficult to please? It can get … Continue reading