There is no doubt that our situation can overwhelm us. It can cause our emotions to spiral to a place of anger, frustration, hopelessness, and despair. We can feel ourselves sinking in the water instead of being on top with Jesus. It is in these times that we don’t “feel” God is present or caring. […]
Did you catch this? The God of Peace who raised Jesus from the dead, is the same God equipping you with everything good and working in you everything that is pleasing to Him. Wow! This is no small truth! This tells me that God’s plan in me is destined for success. It’s hard to […]
As I get older I see a desire growing in me to live the simple life. I believe our verse today does an amazing job of summing up what that looks like. It begins with a God-dependent walk in the truth. Few thing make life more complicated and stressful than lies. Once one is […]
What a powerful verse! 3 things slammed into my brain this morning on when I read this. 1. Lovingkindness 2. Truth 3. Fear (the good kind) Hebrews 9:22b tells us “…without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness”. This passage clearly states that lovingkindness and truth are necessary for the atonement of our iniquity. […]
John Chapter 1 contains so many theological treasures that help us to know Him! Here are just a few: Verse 1:1 – Jesus is the Word – Jesus is eternal – Jesus is God (supports trinity) Verse 1:3 – All things were created through Jesus Verse 1:12 – Jesus gave the right to become children […]