God is watching how you handle your money and resources. Mark 12:41-43, Jesus sat and watched what the people were putting in the offering. Many people were putting in large amounts. But a poor widow came and put two small coins, which amounted to a cent. Jesus said she put in more then all the […]
Have you ever looked for something and just could not find it? Perhaps it was your keys or watch or some important paper. Sometimes you look in the same place over and over several times. The situation can become very frustrating. When you finally find the item you were looking for, you breathe a breath of relief. You […]
Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; yes, wait for the Lord.” Most of God’s greatest servants had to learn to wait on His timing. When we think of waiting, we often think of having to put on hold what we want immediately. Paul wanted to take the Gospel into Macedonia, but the […]
When you have been in the hot heat and been working or exercising for a while you probably will be thirsty for something to drink. If you don’t drink water or fluids over a long period of time you will get dehydrated. The bible tells us that is the way we should desire God. Thirst after Him. Psalms […]
Concerns, importance, & priorities are reflected in our behavior and by our actions. Bad choices that reflect wrong priorities is like the following illustration. Regis the game show host said, “Mike, you have not missed a answer all week on, “Who wants to be a Millionaire. You’re one of the best players we’ve ever had on the show.” […]
Philippians 1:6, “Being confident of this very thing that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.” If God promised to save you and prepare you for heaven why don’t you believe Him? If God has promise to conform you and me into the image of His Son, […]
In Genesis 22, Abraham is tested. God speaks and does not stutter. He commands Abraham to, “take your son, your only son, Isaac, whom you love…and offer him there for a burnt-offering upon one of the mountains which I will tell you of”. God says, I want Isaac on the altar. Offer him up as a burn […]
A pilot was flying a prop plane in the desert and needed to refuel. So he landed the plane in a fertile green area where fuel could be obtained. Refueling and checking his engine was also done. After taking off again, he soon was flying over mountainous terrain. He noticed a noise that was scratching […]