1 May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us, Selah2 that your way may be known on earth, your saving power among all nations (Psalm 67:1-2 ESV) God is gracious to us and blesses us so that we can be gracious and bless others. Do not mistake God’s abundance to us, only for us. … Read more
8 But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.” (Luke 5:8 ESV) As I sit reflecting upon the last year, Peter’s words come to me and I am humbled. God has done a lot in my life and for my family in … Read more
5 We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ, (2 Corinthians 10:5 ESV) As we move into the new year it is a time of reflection on exactly what we have been thinking and doing throughout this last year. It is a chance to prepare … Read more
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. 5 “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. 6 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. 7 “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. 8 “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall … Read more
16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God[a]may be complete, equipped for every good work. (2 Timothy 3:16-17 ESV) We are not complete without God’s instruction. And God’s instruction comes, predominately, through the scriptures. There are schools in life we all go … Read more