The wicked are always plotting and seeking to steal, kill, and destroy, yet we need not fear. For the LORD goes before us as a consuming fire. Who led His people out of the hand of Pharaoh? The LORD did. Who conquered Goliath? The LORD did. In fact, who has won every victory over evil? […]
Fear has been said to be one of the greatest motivators. I’m not convinced that’s healthy motivation. We all fear at times and some are greater than others. Fears usually come from bad experiences and cause falsely placed dependencies. Perhaps you had an abusive father, brother or some other male in your life. This […]
Sometimes we have a tendency to forget that the “characters” of the Bible were real people with real fears and flaws. They needed encouragement in the same way you do; Paul included. We see that he cleverly starts a disagreement between the Pharisees and Sadducees regarding resurrection which gets him safely away from […]
Even Paul dealt with fear. We see the Lord speaking directly into this fear today. Read Acts 18:1-28 1) What stands out in the text today? 2) What questions need to be answered? 3) What’s the main theme of this section? 4) What is the application for the original readers? 5) Hiw does this […]
I remember early on in my walk with God, I would be afraid to talk about My faith. I’m guessing I thought people would think I’m not intelligent because I believe “those things”. In essence I was ashamed of the gospel. How could I be ashamed of the very thing that rescued me from […]
When we did our last sibling group adoption (13 yrs ago) it was slightly chaotic at home. I was working 2 hours away and commuted Monday – Friday and traveled out of state as needed. As the transition unfolded, it was clear that something had to change. Financially we needed to have the income but […]
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. […]
God has a unique way of partnering opposites together as we walk out the Christian life. We are to understand and embrace our weakness so we can experience His strength. We are to suffer with Him that we might have joy. As I was reading in His Word this morning two more came to mind. […]