Morning Praise — Humbled by His Presence

What was that moment like to see Jesus face to face? The magi traveled far for that moment and when they saw him, they fell to the ground and worshipped him. All their earthly identity, their worldly prestige melted away before Jesus. May we have the same response this Christmas, to fall to the ground […]

Seeking the Messiah – Humbly Follow His Lead

What does it mean to seek the Messiah? The birth of Christ as told in the gospels shows us people who sought to see the Messiah, sought to be with Jesus, sought to follow him. As we enter the Christmas season, it’s good to ask ourselves what are we doing to seek Jesus, to deepen […]

Go!

How willing are you to leave the safety and security of your home or church or work to go where the Lord leads you? How inclined would you be to go if you were also told, “By the way, there’s this group of people waiting to devour you.” I’m not so sure I would be […]

When Things Just Don’t Add Up

As believers in Jesus Christ, it is the question we are often faced with in our walk of faith: Do I trust God to provide or rely solely on my own means to try to overcome challenges in life?

Prayer Journey — God’s Promises

The sun set and the darkness moved in, but God’s promises stand. I look to the east and see the first light of dawn. Darkness recedes at the presence of morning. Help me to stand on your promises today dear God. Let me not fall prey to the false promises of this world. Give me […]

Believing in the Unseen

Because Thomas saw Jesus in the flesh, he replied to Jesus, “My Lord and my God!” It will be the same for everyone someday when we stand before Jesus.

The Family Tree of Life

We are born with an earthly family yet as Christians we are children of God our father. Romans 8:14-15 tells us, “For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.” We are adopted into the family of God so we can cry, “Abba, Father.”

Hide and Seek With Jesus

Sometimes we may feel like playing hide and seek with Jesus. Our struggles and our sin might make us feel like hiding from him. But Jesus seeks us no matter how much we try to hide from him

Morning Praise – New Life in Christ

The old cloth of death has been removed and left in the tomb. I have been raised into a new life in Christ. My sin no longer weighs me down; no longer conceals me in the tomb.

Pray Without Ceasing

A constant connection with God A life aligned with His will Selfish ambitions cease Harmonizing my life with God No longer out of tune Shedding the burdens God lightens the load “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus (NIV).” — 1 Thessalonians 5:16 […]