When you see the images in the media today of bombings, destroyed buildings and terrified people in war-torn areas of the world, you have an idea of what the children of Israel endured during the Babylonian invasion. The Babylonians destroyed their city, their temple, their homes, their very lives. Their lives were disrupted forever. Some … Continue reading A Prayer on the Most Difficult Days
Category: Living for Christ
Create in me a clean heart, O God
King David certainly knew what it felt like to be on top of the world. Slaying giants, being anointed as king, and leading an entire nation were some of his major accomplishments. Writing Psalms, shepherding sheep, and walking in close fellowship with God also brought him great satisfaction and joy. However, David also knew what … Continue reading Create in me a clean heart, O God
Prayer: Four Ways that God May Answer
I am blessed to know some real prayer warriors. These are people who pray boldly, faithfully and specifically, believing that God will answer in His will and in His timing to accomplish His purposes in and through us, and in the lives and circumstances of others. Our God is good. And our God is great. … Continue reading Prayer: Four Ways that God May Answer
Be Strong and Courageous
Military leaders are some of the strongest, most courageous people on the planet. They develop a plan of attack, face the enemy, and lead their troops into battle. King David was a shepherd, a soldier and a military leader. He had battled lions, giants, and huge armies. During his military campaigns, God continued to give him … Continue reading Be Strong and Courageous
From Suffering to Victory
From the cross, as He was suffering with excruciating physical, mental, emotional and spiritual pain, Jesus cried out to the Father: "My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?" I try to imagine myself at the foot of the cross, hearing Jesus cry out these words. Jesus' prayer was a quote from Psalm 22, verse … Continue reading From Suffering to Victory
God is our Refuge
A refuge is a shelter or protection from danger or distress. In a world full of dangers and distress, it is good to know that God is our refuge. He is our shelter and our protection. Psalm 5 is known as a Psalm of Lament. In this category of Psalms, we see a pattern: From woe … Continue reading God is our Refuge
The Power of Prayer & Fasting
Prayer is talking and listening to God. Fasting is denying yourself certain foods or another item in order to focus more intently on God. In the Bible, the men and women of faith practice spiritual disciplines such as prayer and fasting to develop a closer relationship with God and to experience spiritual breakthroughs. Jesus instructs His … Continue reading The Power of Prayer & Fasting
A Fun Way to Learn God’s Word
A picture is worth a thousand words. A ministry known as The Bible Project is utilizing illustrations and technology to communicate the truth of God's Word in compelling and memorable ways. Click the links below to watch the Gospel of John come to life with narration and with fun, powerful illustrations: > Gospel of John, Chapters … Continue reading A Fun Way to Learn God’s Word
Mighty God
Isaiah 9:6 (HCSB) 6 For a child will be born for us, a son will be given to us, and the government will be on His shoulders. He will be named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. At Christmastime, we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus. His name literally means, “The Lord … Continue reading Mighty God
A Time for Peace
Everyone longs for peace: peace in our homes, peace in our communities and peace in our world. God offers peace. The angels declared to the shepherds on the night of Jesus' birth: Luke 2:14 14 Glory to God in the highest heaven, and peace on earth to people He favors! Christmas is a time to find peace in Christ. The peace that … Continue reading A Time for Peace