"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
The Walk
Follow Abraham’s Example and Obey God
The call to go to a far-away land can invoke fear and excitement. Excitement because there might be some wonderful new experiences. Fear because you have no idea what the future holds. I can only imagine Abram's emotions when God said to leave everything behind and go to this far-off land. We are not told … Continue reading Follow Abraham’s Example and Obey God
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
The Consequences of Ingratitude
Ingratitude has become a way of life in the world, and it has also found its way into the church. People have valuable only as long as they can serve others. When their services are no longer needed, they are discarded like waste from the dinner table. But should people of faith interact in this … Continue reading The Consequences of Ingratitude
The Problem with Ingratitude
“It has been said that the sin of ingratitude is more serious than the sin of revenge. With revenge, we return evil for evil, but with ingratitude, we return evil for good.” W. Eugene Hansen. Luke 17:15-18 NLT One of them, when he saw that he was healed, came back to Jesus, shouting, “Praise God!” He … Continue reading The Problem with Ingratitude
Looking for Change? Go to God in Prayer!
David Sarnoff said, “Competition brings out the best in products and the worst in people.” Unfortunately, at times, life is a competition: it’s who has the biggest house, the fastest car, the most money in the bank and the list goes on. While it’s good for the consumer because competition for our patronage gives us … Continue reading Looking for Change? Go to God in Prayer!
Don’t Fear Tough Times: God is Faithful
I am sitting here thinking about all the things that have crossed my path in my life. Sometimes, life was easy, and other times, life was tough. But throughout all the difficulties in life, one thing was constant, God's faithfulness.There is a picture that was very popular some time ago. It was a picture of … Continue reading Don’t Fear Tough Times: God is Faithful
Be a Giant Killer: Slay That Giant!
Life is full of difficulty. However, there are those who believe that when you walk with God, all those difficulties evaporate into the air. The reverse is true! You might experience more adversity as you walk with God. David lived a quiet and peaceable life when he was a shepherd taking care of his father's … Continue reading Be a Giant Killer: Slay That Giant!
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!
Victory Walk 