“Remember this, had any other condition been better for you than the one in which you are, divine love would have put you there.” – Charles Spurgeon. James 1:5 AMP If any of you lacks wisdom [to guide him through a decision or circumstance], he is to ask of [our benevolent] God, who gives to … Continue reading Wisdom for Living from James!
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Ordered by God
Have you ever met someone, and you believe that you were in the right place at the right time? Many believe this, but God guides us to where we need to be, when He chooses. In John 4, Jesus encounters a Samaritan woman at the well. She was not an upstanding citizen and the … Continue reading Ordered by God
Say Yes to God’s Will!
There is an old song by Shirley Caesar that talks about walking in obedience. The song says when God speaks, the answer will be yes Lord yes. This is what we say on our heads but when God speaks, we say yes at times from an uncomfortable place. Jonah had no choice but to say … Continue reading Say Yes to God’s Will!
Disobey: Get Thrown Overboard!
What do you do when your actions bring hardships into the lives of others? Yes, we mistakenly believe that we are solely responsible for our actions but as we navigate life on earth, we recognize that our actions affect those around us. God sent Jonah on a mission, but he was on a boat going … Continue reading Disobey: Get Thrown Overboard!
Don’t Run Away from God!
Why don't you turn turn turn around why do you roam Can't you see God the Father waits to welcome you home You were never meant to walk the path you've trod How long will you run away...a fugitive from God. (Song: Fugitive from God) Psalm 139:7-10 NLT I can never escape from your … Continue reading Don’t Run Away from God!
Sharpened by a Friend
There are so many things that play a role in becoming who you are. There are things that bring delight and joy, while others bring sorrow. If it were possible, we would love to take the unpleasant experiences and lock them away so that they are not a part of our lives. “And we know … Continue reading Sharpened by a Friend
The Blessing of Change!
It may be hard for an egg to turn into a bird: it would be a jolly sight harder for it to learn to fly while remaining an egg. We are like eggs at present. And you cannot go on indefinitely being just an ordinary, decent egg. We must be hatched or go bad. -C.S. … Continue reading The Blessing of Change!
Trust God: He is Faithful!
Journeys are a part of life; life itself is a journey. The Walk of Faith is no different, we are traveling from one place to another. We all have different starting points, but we have a shared destination; we want to see Jesus Christ face to face as our loving savior. That is the most … Continue reading Trust God: He is Faithful!
Godly Living
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
When Nehemiah Prayed
Have you ever looked at a situation and think that the situation is hopeless and there is nothing you can do to bring change? Most of us at some time or another have found ourselves in that situation. While our situations are different, the sentiments are the same: there is nothing we can do. I … Continue reading When Nehemiah Prayed
Victory Walk 