I think we would all agree that it is a great privilege to be invited to come before the throne of grace and offer our prayers to the Creator of the Universe. But there is something even beyond this great … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Inasmuch as our God is pleased to use us in the process of expanding the cause of His Kingdom, we must never forget that He is the one who is ultimately the Keeper of His Kingdom and the Vinedresser of … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Martin Luther, the great reformer of the 16th century, taught that man’s human nature is incurvatus in se, a Latin phrase meaning “curved in on itself.” In a word, we are SELF-ABSORBED! Make no mistake, this “curved-in-ness” is the cause …... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
When was the last time you gave some thought to just how amazing grace truly is? Well, I have a word of encouragement for you today that will shine light on the unbelievably amazing grace of Almighty God. To be … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Every time we pray the Lord’s Prayer, I am always struck by these words: Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. (Matthew 6:12 KJV). Really? Do you really want God to forgive you in the same way you … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
It never ceases to amaze me how many believers never give much thought to the plan and purpose God has for their lives. Far too many simply seem to be careening from wall to wall along the way to the … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Most readers know that the bulls-eye is the round spot, usually black or outlined in black, at the center of a target, surrounded by concentric circles and used in a variety of target practices. Today I hope to both challenge … Continue... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
In our word of encouragement today, I want to remind you of something: it is very good to maintain the habit of “Reminding the Redeemer.” But you have said, “I will surely make you prosper and will make your descendants … Continue reading... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
In the 15th chapter of John’s gospel, we read a remarkable verse about our Lord Jesus Christ. On the night He would be betrayed, He said . . . Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
There is a lot of talk these days about starting something . . . a new business venture; a new exercise program; a new relationship; a new course of study . . . there are any number of “new starts” … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
