One quality that parents desire in their children is that of obedience. The dictionary tells us that obedience is doing, or willing to do, what you have been told to do by someone in authority. So, parents require obedience in their children. However, when we observe parents and children, the roles have been reversed and … Continue reading Simply Obey
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The Most Important Call
Sound recognition is important in the language development of children. The experts tell us that babies recognize the sound of their mothers’ voices in the third trimester. So, babies can identify the voice of their mothers incredibly early in life. What happens in the life of a deaf baby when that child cannot hear the … Continue reading The Most Important Call
Trust God’s Faithfulness
There is not a person alive who does not get excited when promised something good. Not every promise has a reward because when you are a child certain promises have some not so desirable consequences. But young or old a promise of something good is something to look forward to. Now a promise is only … Continue reading Trust God’s Faithfulness
Judge Deborah!
There are still many today who have issues with women serving in all aspects of ministry. They believe that serving in certain areas of ministry is acceptable; for example, women can clean the church, prepare meals for visitors, and take care of the children during service. Beyond that, they should be seen and not heard. … Continue reading Judge Deborah!
God Promised His Presence
One of the challenges of life is a lack of understanding. Most, if not all of us, want to have some semblance of understanding what is happening around us. So many times, we ask why. Why do we have to live through this difficult moment? Why is my child sick and suffering? Why can’t I … Continue reading God Promised His Presence
Serve with Joy
How do you serve others? When we think of serving our thoughts go to the waiter that brings food to your table in a restaurant. For the most part they are pleasant because they would like a good tip. For us, service involves helping and at times, even helping in the care of others. God … Continue reading Serve with Joy
Don’t Be Ungrateful
While Jesus was on earth, He demonstrated the fruit of the Spirit. So, kindness was a part of His life. The dictionary defines kindness as actions intended to benefit others. Jesus took the time to interact with others for their benefit. How do we respond to the kindness of others? Unfortunately, some of us are … Continue reading Don’t Be Ungrateful
Do It Afraid!
Elisabeth Elliot said, “Sometimes when we are called to obey, the fear does not subside, and we are expected to move against the fear. One must choose to do it afraid.” This is the predicament of Ananias, believer in Damascus. The believers at that time were afraid of Saul of Tarsus. Acts 8:3 NLT says, … Continue reading Do It Afraid!
When We Obey
Obedience is important in every area of life. When we walk with God, He expects us to obey His word. Obedience is key if we want God to answer our prayer; there are blessings when we obey. Isaiah 1:19 AMP “If you are willing and obedient,You shall eat the best of the land. Luke 11:28 … Continue reading When We Obey
Obey God’s Command
We know that prayer is necessary in the life of people of faith. Prayer is the key that opens the door of God’s provision in our lives. There are many scriptures that encourage us to pray. But is God required to answer every prayer we pray? Today, we will look at a man with a … Continue reading Obey God’s Command