When Opposition Surrounds You

When we feel overwhelmed by adversaries, it can test our faith in God. Hezekiah gives us an example of how to respond to those who oppose us.

Immediate Followers

Peter and Andrew, two fishermen at the Sea of Galilee, were approached by Jesus with a simple offer: “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Without hesitation, they left their nets behind and immediately followed him. This impulsive response raises the question: do we treat God’s will as a request or a command?

Seeking True Wisdom

There is a wisdom like none found on this earth. It stands apart from the knowledge purveyed by those in this world. Solomon sought this wisdom from God: “So give Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people to discern between good and evil. For who is able to judge this great people of […]

Stretching Our Comfort Zone

God sees unseen capabilities in us and wants to stretch us beyond our comfort zone. Gideon doubted his abilities but eventually became a valiant warrior, overcoming his fears. This serves as encouragement that God patiently works to strengthen us for His purpose, accomplishing what He sets out to do.

Turning The Inside Out

David, the future King of Israel, was anointed by the prophet Samuel while tending sheep, seemingly overlooked by his family. Despite feeling unqualified, David’s obedience and trust in God’s plan led to his transformation. This story reminds us to respond to God’s call, trust in His guidance, and take the next steps, as David did.

Stepping Up to the Challenge

Ever felt overwhelmed by a task, or a job. Maybe God is calling you to do something you don’t feel qualified to do. Solomon expressed this feeling after his father David died and he was made king. He was humbled by the job ahead of him. In 1 Kings 3:7, Solomon said to the Lord, […]

Listening for God’s Call

Samuel’s response to God’s call, “Speak, for Your servant is listening,” reflects his humble readiness to serve and listen to God. Raised in the house of the Lord, he grew in favor with God and men. Like Samuel, we should be prepared to hear and obey God’s call, seeking to understand His purpose for our lives.

Wrestling with Life

Then Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. – Genesis 32:24 (NASB) Genesis 32:24-32 is commonly referred to as the passage where Jacob wrestled with God. When I recently read these verses, it occurred to me that it is life I wrestle with, not God. It seems life is full […]

Accepting Adversity?

Can suffering be a calling? This is certainly a question I have asked many times in my life after going through traumatic periods. There is no doubt that these trials in my life changed me. It set before me a basic question of how much do I trust that God is at work in the […]

Standing Against Those Who Taunt You

They stand there, towering over you; ridiculing you; taunting you; demeaning you. They mock you; belittle your faith in Jesus; and talk of their superiority. They defy you and your faith in God. The voices rise up against you. He said to David, “Am I a dog, that you come at me with sticks?” And […]