27 For the Lord Almighty has purposed, and who can thwart him? His hand is stretched out, and who can turn it back? (Isaiah 14:27 NIV) God has His plans in motion and that is that. Should we believe that those plans are to prosper us? Of course! That is scriptural. But we cannot see the future and as such … Read more
6 Whatever is born of the flesh is flesh, and whatever is born of the Spirit is spirit. (John 3:6 CSB) Jesus was speaking about the second birth, our spiritual birth, in today’s scripture. However, we can easily apply this to our actions after we come to His saving grace. What of our thoughts and actions are born … Read more
16 Yet he often withdrew to deserted places and prayed. (Luke 5:16 CSB) I love riding around Texas. But, I come across quite a few deserted places. A lot of small towns have dried up and are in danger of blowing away. Jesus often withdrew to the deserted places to get some time to himself. I … Read more
42 “Father, if you are willing, take this cup away from me—nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.” (Luke 22:42 CSB) We may often pray the first part of this scripture, but how often the latter? Even Christ, in anguish over what he knew was coming, prayed that it be taken from him. But he too … Read more
9 For this reason God highly exalted himand gave him the namethat is above every name,10 so that at the name of Jesusevery knee will bow—in heaven and on earthand under the earth—11 and every tongue will confessthat Jesus Christ is Lord,to the glory of God the Father. (Philippians 2:9-11 CSB) There will come a time where everyone, no matter … Read more