“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead.” Philippians 3:13 Nehemiah was a man who knew how to get alone with God. He fasted, prayed, and wept, then God told him what to … Continue reading
“God has delivered me from going down to the pit, and I shall live to enjoy the light of life.” Job 33:28 On the night of Jesus’ arrest, Peter denied Jesus…three times! In spite of his lack of loyalty, Jesus extended an invitation of mercy to Peter and said, “Come and dine.” There on the … Continue reading
“For we are co-workers in God’s service; you are God’s field, God’s building.” 1 Corinthians 3:9 How powerful it is when we work together in unity! Have you ever wondered why Canadian geese always fly in a “V” formation. The lead goose is moving the wind resistance for the rest of them. While he is … Continue reading
“For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you. For just as each of us has one body with many members, … Continue reading
“Yet you desired faithfulness even in the womb; you taught me wisdom in that secret place.” Psalm 51:6 Have you ever gone to a sawmill and watched them process timber? They take a big log out of the woods that may have bumps and knots on it, and they lay it on a cradle, running … Continue reading
“In whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” Colossians 2:3 Many years ago, the Spanish Armada was sailing off the coast of Florida. A hurricane struck, and the ships laden with gold and silver ingots sunk to the bottom. People knew the treasure had been lost and believed one ship went down … Continue reading
“I am the door: whoever enters through me will be saved.” John 10:9 We need to live our lives with the knowledge of the presence of the Lord. Our environment is fast paced and consequently we are tempted to rush to decisions. Many doors will open for you. Many doors will close. What will you … Continue reading
“We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” Hebrews 2:1 Have you ever thought about some God-given goals to keep you from being a drifter? Without goals, you’re a ship without a rudder, a compass, a sail and an anchor. What kind of … Continue reading
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 DEVOTIONAL THOUGHT: What is it about your life that you cannot explain apart from God? How does it make you feel when you think about that part of your life? Are you thankful that God … Continue reading
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 We all have issues, but sometimes we complain when we shouldn’t. There was a pastor who was driving across the country with a another man. At the time, all of the pastor’s … Continue reading