“The purpose of God is the sovereign cause of all that good that is in man, and of all that external, internal and eternal good that comes to man. Not works past, for men are chosen from everlasting; not works present, for Jacob was loved and chosen before he was born; nor works foreseen, for … Continue reading Fulfilling God’s Purpose
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Godly Living: Staying Close to God
"Our great tendency in this age is to increase our speed, to run faster, even in the Christian life. In the process, our walk with God stays shallow, and our tank runs low on fumes. Intimacy offers a full tank of fuel that can only be found by pulling up closer to God, which requires … Continue reading Godly Living: Staying Close to God
Love God: Love Others
"The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love." — Hubert H. Humphrey. Today, I want to add this quote because I have a friend like this: "God created us friends because He knew our moms couldn’t handle us as sisters." — Unknown 1 John 4:7 AMP Beloved, let us [unselfishly] love and seek the best for one another, … Continue reading Love God: Love Others
Blessed Through Obedience
"I believe Christians often perceive obedience to God as some test designed just to see if we’re really committed to Him. But what if it’s designed as God’s way of giving us what’s best for us?' - Craig Groeschel.Genesis 12:4 NLT So Abram departed as the Lord had instructed, and Lot went with him. Abram … Continue reading Blessed Through Obedience
Why Choose Disobedience?
“Disobeying God is the same as telling Him to hold back all of the blessings that come with obedience, and bring on all the punishments that come with disobedience. That is not only stupidity, it's insanity.” – Joy Dawson. Deuteronomy 11:28 NLT But you will be cursed if you reject the commands of the Lord your God … Continue reading Why Choose Disobedience?
Blessed Through Abraham
The dictionary defines promise as a declaration that one will do something specified. Children are not alone. We all love it when someone promises us something good. We get happy and might even count down the days until the promise becomes a reality. I imagine that Abram was excited when God gave him a promise … Continue reading Blessed Through Abraham
How Wonderful: The Goodness of God!
"The goodness of God is infinitely more wonderful than we will ever be able to comprehend." - Aiden Wilson Tozer.Psalm 107:8-9 NKJVOh, that men would give thanks to the Lord for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men! For He satisfies the longing soul, And fills the hungry soul with … Continue reading How Wonderful: The Goodness of God!
God’s Word: Life-Changing Truth!
In these uncertain times, people are not sure how to proceed. They are looking for answers; they are looking for directions. The benchmarks of the past seem to have lost their value, and there is a crisis when we seek truth.What do we do? Do we throw our hands up in despair and give up? … Continue reading God’s Word: Life-Changing Truth!
Growing in Christ
“The disciple of Christ desires above all else to be like him…” — Dallas Willard.2 Peter 3:18 NLTRather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. All glory to him, both now and forever! Amen.Colossians 2:6-7 NLTAnd now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you … Continue reading Growing in Christ
Thinking About The Goodness of God!
"With the goodness of God to desire our highest welfare, the wisdom of God to plan it, and the power of God to achieve it, what do we lack? Surely we are the most favored of all creatures." - Aiden Wilson Tozer.Psalm 33:5 NASBHe loves righteousness and justice; The earth is full of the goodness … Continue reading Thinking About The Goodness of God!
Victory Walk 