Verse 9 of Psalm 91 begins with the word 'because.' This is the first of three uses of the word because in the verses that finish out this psalm. The first because is spoken by David. The last two will be spoken by God. But let's not get ahead of ourselves. Here is the verse … Continue reading Promises Made – Because – Psalm 91:9
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In Him I Will Trust. Psalm 91:2c and Summary of 91:2
Trust is hard to come by in our world of deceptive reporting and fake news. But there is One we can trust in. Psalm 20:7 says, “Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.” NIV In this Psalm 91:2 verse, David uses … Continue reading In Him I Will Trust. Psalm 91:2c and Summary of 91:2
What is the Helmet of Salvation? Armor of God Part 6
Here is a picture of a Roman soldier's helmet with added Christian decoration. As I said in the introduction, the Armor of God does not look like a soldier's armor. Still, you will discover that there are some similarities in the way our head is covered when we wear the Helmet of Salvation. The helmet … Continue reading What is the Helmet of Salvation? Armor of God Part 6
What is the Shield of Faith? Armor of God Part 5
Before I began digging into the meaning behind the armor of God, I didn't realize how big the Shield of Faith is. This picture may look a bit strange to you. However, the word Shield symbolically means to shield like a door. A 'door.' Does that ring any bells with you? In John 10:17, Jesus … Continue reading What is the Shield of Faith? Armor of God Part 5
12 Amazing Similarities Between Jesus and the Passover Lamb
Passover begins this year on April 8th, at sundown. What many do not know is that Passover illustrates the sacrifice of The Passover Lamb--the crucifixion of Jesus. The first Passover lamb was slain during the dark times in Egypt marked. This event marked the beginning of The Exodus, which delivered the Israelites from slavery. The … Continue reading 12 Amazing Similarities Between Jesus and the Passover Lamb
Are You Thirsty? Come to the Fountain of Living Water. Focus – 43
Are you thirsty? Does your soul need refreshing? Has this year, this season been one that has drained your reserves? Do you need a drink? A good washing? There is a treasure waiting on this last day of the feast. We've been walking slowly through the Feast of Tabernacles. It began on September 29th at … Continue reading Are You Thirsty? Come to the Fountain of Living Water. Focus – 43
Yeshua, Man of Joy, Was Also a Man of Sorrow and Grief – Focus – 40
As the Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur, draws near, it is fitting for us to continue digging into Isaiah 53 which clearly describes the price our Bridegroom King paid for our freedom. Today we will move further into Isaiah 53:3 and uncover the second line. He is despised and rejected by men, A Man of … Continue reading Yeshua, Man of Joy, Was Also a Man of Sorrow and Grief – Focus – 40
Are Your Lamps Filled? Are You Watching? – Feast of Trumpets – Focus 39
One of God's wonderful celebrations will begin this weekend. Are you ready? God has an amazing calendar of events that He placed in the heavens before any of us were born. Genesis 1:14 "Then God said, “Let there be lights in the firmament of the heavens to divide the day from the night; and … Continue reading Are Your Lamps Filled? Are You Watching? – Feast of Trumpets – Focus 39
Beauty is More than Skin Deep – Isaiah 53:2 Conclusion and Summary of the meaning of this verse – Focus 37
We are going to finish Isaiah 53:2 today and then summarize what we have discovered. The entire verse reads like this and we will unearth the last phrase before the summary: For He shall grow up before Him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground: He hath no form … Continue reading Beauty is More than Skin Deep – Isaiah 53:2 Conclusion and Summary of the meaning of this verse – Focus 37
Monday Manna – I Am the God Who Restores
Abba loves to interject His truth and He often does it in the middle of praise and thanksgiving. In February 2006, I woke up singing-- "You are my supply, my breath of life…..You are more than enough for me." Before singing another word, Abba spoke. I am your Restorer. I am your Redeemer. I am … Continue reading Monday Manna – I Am the God Who Restores
