What does it mean to ‘fear not’? These two words appear repeatedly in the scripture. Joseph heard them from the angel when he spoke, reassuring Joseph’s commitment to Mary. Shepherds heard them when the angel …
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LORD
I was about eight years old when I last heard my grandfather, Papa, preach. I remember him standing behind the pulpit, his voice filled with the authority of the scripture. And I remember the text, …
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Now is the Time
If there was ever a time the message must be clear, it is this time. If there was ever an age when God’s people must be light bearers, it is this age. If there was …
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Mercy
I didn’t come to You demanding blessing, Though You have blessed my life abundantly. I didn’t ask for peace, no joy did I seek, For I knew the sin inside of me. I could only …
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Compost
I love a compost pile! It is a place of growth and wonderful surprises – like earthworms! We throw out peelings and scraps, and after a while we see little plants growing – tomatoes or …
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Give it All!
I’m really glad that I don’t have to prepare a calf or a lamb for slaughter in order to get ready for church. The Israelites in the Old Testament were not so fortunate. The worship …
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Monday Morning Prayer
Father, Help me be faithful to You and to Your calling, even when persecution comes, I realize the temporary status of my dwelling place, others are harsh, I feel alone, society’s norms turn away from …
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Why Is The World Still Spinning?
This is a great read and a wonderful reminder. Nathan Roach gives encouragement from God’s word. Why is the world still spinning? I get spiritually oppressed and tired of the darkness. I’m tired of the …
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Joy Unspeakable
One of Satan’s biggest lies is that loving God brings sorrow. A life that is aligned with God’s plan is a life of great blessing and joy. Knowing who we are in relation to Him …
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Morning Star
I saw the morning star today. Up early, I walked out on the porch, looked up, and there it was – bright before the sunrise, steady in its beam. Morning star. In Revelation 22, Jesus …