9 They will not harm or destroy each otheron my entire holy mountain,for the land will be as fullof the knowledge of the Lordas the sea is filled with water. (Isaiah 11:9 CSB) Can you imagine a time of complete peace? It is very hard when all we see around us is in conflict. A time … Read more
1 First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, 2 for kings and all those who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. (1 Timothy 2:1-2 CSB) It is not easy to pray for those we do not share the same … Read more
3 See what great love[a] the Father has given us that we should be called God’s children—and we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it didn’t know him. (1 John 3:1 CSB) Do you ever get the feeling that the world just does not get you? Well, good then, maybe you … Read more
16 You did not choose me, but I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce fruit and that your fruit should remain, so that whatever you ask the Father in my name, he will give you. (John 15:16 CSB) We all have many appointments to keep. If your day is anything like mine, it is chock full … Read more
13 When all has been heard, the conclusion of the matter is this: fear God and keep his commands, because this is for all humanity. (Ecclesiastes 12:13 CSB) Ecclesiastes provides us insight into the answer to the question, what would you do if money were no object. Solomon was the greatest king that ever lived. He amassed … Read more