We saw that David expressed his hope in God. His hope was based on the faithfulness of God. We too can home in the Lord our God. Isaiah 40:31 AMP But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him]Will gain new strength and renew their power;They will lift up their wings [and rise … Continue reading Trusting in the Promises of God
The Walk
Hope in God’s Faithfulness
There are many stories of people who were stranded in some strange places and were candidates for losing their lives. The circumstances around them seemed to suggest that death was the next step. But contrary to the expectation; they survived. What made the difference? They lived with hope. What is hope? The dictionary says that … Continue reading Hope in God’s Faithfulness
Seeking God
Seeking God! What does it mean? The word seek means to search out. We need to seek God, in other words, we need to search Him out. When we seek God, we will find Him. Matthew 6:33 AMP But first and most importantly seek (aim at, strive after) His kingdom and His righteousness [His way of doing and … Continue reading Seeking God
Where is Your Focus?
There are some things that transcend country, financial and political power, and age. Difficulties and struggles are common to man despite wealth, privilege, or poverty. What do we do? Peter Marshall said, “When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure.” We … Continue reading Where is Your Focus?
Reverence the Lord!
There was a time when people were mindful of where they were and who was present. If they were close to the church building, they would refrain from using foul language in proximity to the church building, even if the doors are closed. If they saw a godly man or woman, they would be mindful … Continue reading Reverence the Lord!
Blessings of Obedience
The fear of the Lord leads to obedience. What does it mean to obey? The dictionary tells us that obedience is compliance with an order, request, or law. Obedience begins in our hearts, for children of God. There are blessings when we obey. John 14:15 AMP “If you [really] love Me, you will keep and obey My commandments. Acts … Continue reading Blessings of Obedience
Fear God and Obey
There was a time when parents taught their children how to show respect. They were respectful at home and beyond. Today, many children are disrespectful to their parents, and they behave the same way at school. In short, we live in a time when children are disobedient wherever they go. In our world today, obedience … Continue reading Fear God and Obey
Fear the Lord
What does the Bible say about the fear of the Lord? As children of God, we need to fear God and walk in obedience to Him. How do we do that? We walk in obedience to the word of God. Proverbs 8:13 AMP “The [reverent] fear and worshipful awe of the Lord includes the hatred of evil;Pride and arrogance and … Continue reading Fear the Lord
Wisdom’s Foundation
The fear of the Lord: that statement can invoke fear in the hearts of men. When we use fear in the same sentence with a person’s name, we keep far away. When we think of fear, we think of that an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous and likely to … Continue reading Wisdom’s Foundation
When You Honor God
When I was a child, my grandmother always spoke of the patience of Job. When she felt we were driving her crazy, and by the way, that was all in her imagination, she would ask God for that kind of patience. When you think of all the things he went through, I believe we too, … Continue reading When You Honor God