Cease Striving

By ceasing our striving for righteousness through our own actions, we can rest in the knowledge that as believers in Jesus we are heirs to God’s righteousness.

Friday Faith

Thus says the LORD, “Let not a wise man boast of his wisdom, and let not the mighty man boast of his might, let not a rich man boast of his riches; but let him who boasts boast of this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD who exercises lovingkindness, justice […]

Prayer Journey—Goodness

During the next few weeks, each Monday I will be praying through the fruit of the Spirit, focusing on one word in Galatians 5:22-23. Today’s word is goodness. Your goodness dear Lord stands out like the purest light in a dark world. It shines brightly against evil intent. It radiates warmth to those shivering from […]

Careful What You Chose

Ever been in conflict with someone because you are getting in their way or there is uncertainty over a piece of land or possessions? In Genesis 13, Abram and Lot faced a similar conflict and there is much we can learn from them on how to resolve it. Abram and Lot had traveled from the […]

Prayer Journey — Eternal God

There are days I am saddened by the dishonor shown to you dear God, the disdain expressed before you. Yet I am reminded of your righteousness, the foundation of your throne. You reign over all the earth. In the history of humanity, no empire, no power on earth has outlived you. You and your word […]

Sunday Honor

The LORD reigns, let the earth be glad;let the distant shores rejoice.Clouds and thick darkness surround him;righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne.Fire goes before himand consumes his foes on every side.His lightning lights up the world;the earth sees and trembles.– Psalm 97:1-4 (NIV)

Prayer Journey

Keep me focused on you dear God. Don’t let the distractions of this world draw my attention away from you. Help me not to fear those who seek to do me harm. May I remember your greatness, your awesome power, your dominion over all things. May I be encouraged by your righteousness, your love and […]

Putting Away Malice

When I feel I am treated unjustly, it seems my first reaction is to strike back, to defend myself. But Peter reminds us, “As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance (1 Peter 1:14, NIV).” While we have the Spirit of God within us as followers […]

Prayer Journey—Eternal Righteousness

Dear God, you are eternal. I am temporal. Yet you offer me eternal life through your son Jesus. No status, no position, no power on this earth can compare to your eternal power and the hope you give. Everything on this earth will pass away, but you reign forever and ever. Teach me your righteousness. […]