Tag: bible

  • Wisdom

    Wisdom

    Wisdom comes in different forms and from many directions. Sometimes we hear it in a song, other times in a familiar story, and sometimes from a direct Word of God that simply cannot be mistaken. The always present challenge is will we recognize it when we hear it, and then will we listen to what…

  • The Spirit’s Work

    The Spirit’s Work

    When faced with adversity, looking forward is always a welcomed practice – especially when we are struggling with current events and need something to build our hope on!  In John 14, Jesus gives the disciples one of the clearest examples of this by promising to them the GIFT of the Holy Spirit to be sent…

  • Devotion is Costly

    Devotion is Costly

    Devotion to Jesus will always cost us something.  Whether it means our wants, our likes, perhaps our favorite pastime, or even in some cases our very life – being fully devoted to Jesus in all things is truly the highest price to pay and one that may be required.  But … consider the reward!!  If we are…

  • Do you doubt God?

    Do you doubt God?

    Unbelief is not something that only people who don’t know Jesus face – but rather it is a real challenge for ALL of us when we consider doubting what God can, and will, do for us if or when we ask.  Jesus dealt with unbelief by reminding those around Him what God has already said and done – and in those accomplishments…

  • Majesty on Display

    Majesty on Display

    Often in God’s Word, we are treated to pivotal moments in history when the events, theme, and even the landscape dramatically shifts and forces us to reflect on the majesty of God.  The triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem (John 12:12-19) is one of these events, testifying to the glory of God’s perfect timing and the fulfillment…

  • Humbleness Matters

    Humbleness Matters

    One of the mosts valuable traits that Jesus continually taught was that of humbleness. It truly is an act of obedience (to God) to be humble, or hospitable, or gracious to one another and one that we are constantly called to emulate. Whether we are praying for others, offering forgiveness, loving people unconditionally, or even…