Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. Matthew 5:7 Are we merciful? To show mercy or to be merciful is to treat with compassion those who have done wrong. To be lenient toward them, forgiving, not seeking revenge, or repaying injury for injury. It means to not give the offender what they deserve. … Continue reading Oh, What Great Blessings are Seen in the Lives of Those Who are Merciful
Kingdom Living
What Great Blessings Are Seen in Those Who Hunger and Thirst After Righteousness
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled. Matthew 5:6 Have you ever been hungry for cookies or chips? You’ve rummaged through every cupboard in search. At last, you see a familiar package behind the canned goods and pull it out. But you find it empty with mere crumbs … Continue reading What Great Blessings Are Seen in Those Who Hunger and Thirst After Righteousness
“Oh, how I love Your law!” Is God’s law something to love?
David wrote, "Oh, how I love Your law! It is my meditation all the day. You, through Your commandments, make me wiser than my enemies;For they are ever with me." Psalm 119:97-98 Many Christians believe that the law written in the Old Testament is something to be discarded. They say the law is no longer valid … Continue reading “Oh, how I love Your law!” Is God’s law something to love?
Hearing God’s Voice Through His Word
Of all the ways God speaks, the most often way He chooses to reveal His will is to speak through His Word. If you own a Bible or have a Bible app on your phone, you have the most comprehensive record of God’s word. The Bible is the plumb line, the litmus test for all … Continue reading Hearing God’s Voice Through His Word
Keep Going!
I had a dream in April that I am prompted to share. In the dream I was lined up with a bunch of people for a walking competition. As I looked around, there were few people my age. Young athletes and families were all around. I wondered to myself, "What in the heck am I … Continue reading Keep Going!
The Bible Speaks About Statutes. What Are They?
Holy Spirit has me on a learning curve about the meaning of words. They appear often in the Bible, yet, are rarely used in our society today. 'Statutes' is one of those words. If you read the Bible like most people, you often see this word and pass right over it. You may see it … Continue reading The Bible Speaks About Statutes. What Are They?
This is My Commandment
The word commandment is often spoken in a derogatory way by the world and among believers. Many believe that the time of following God's commandments is over and now we live in the age of grace alone. It's not popular to go against this flood of fake truth, but that is where we are headed … Continue reading This is My Commandment
Zeal for God Can Reap Eternal Rewards
In our world of deception in the media, in politics, in medicine, and every other area of life, God's Word stands as a beacon of light in the midst of darkness. In my last post, I shared with you the story of Israel's idolatry. There was one man by the name of Phinehas who stood … Continue reading Zeal for God Can Reap Eternal Rewards
ARE YOU STANDING FOR GOD?
And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, 24 knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23-24 This past week I’ve been preparing to teach a Sunday School class with pre-assigned scripture references. Usually, I create … Continue reading ARE YOU STANDING FOR GOD?
Hear God's Heart 