As we finish out chapter 6 today, Jesus speaks to the crowd about worry compared to life in the Kingdom. In Kingdom life, worrying about material things is dishonoring to God and is a sin. To be fearful about the supply of future needs is to be guilty of unbelief. It calls into question the … Continue reading What Do You Value? Part 3 – Do Not Worry
Holy Spirit
Our Father Who Art in Heaven, Hallowed be Your Name
Let’s look at the beginning of this prayer. After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Matthew 6:9 KJV In Jewish culture, people do almost everything in community. They do very little as individuals. We’ve revered Daniel for identifying with the sins of Israel in Daniel 9. Still, … Continue reading Our Father Who Art in Heaven, Hallowed be Your Name
Celebration of Light
As this holiday season begins, our world has been going through some dark times. If ever we needed light and hope, we need it now. This year, Hanukkah is early and I believe God planned it that way because He knew we’d need it. Tonight, after sundown, the first day of Hanukkah begins. It is … Continue reading Celebration of Light
Putting It All Together With Prayer Armor of God – Part 8
I was ready to wrap up the Armor of God today and move on. But Holy Spirit called a halt. "There is one more critical piece," He said. "Prayer." Well, that should be quick and easy, I thought. While I know prayer is important, I don't ever remember hearing or seeing it taught with the … Continue reading Putting It All Together With Prayer Armor of God – Part 8
What is the Sword of the Spirit? Armor of God Part 7
Now, this Sword is the only defensive weapon in our armor. As children of God, we are taught to love, forgive, and show mercy. Still, He gives us a sword--an instrument of war, to maim or to kill. What is this about? Note that neither in the wilderness when Jesus faced Satan, nor when Jesus … Continue reading What is the Sword of the Spirit? Armor of God Part 7
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
Two Dreams to Encourage the Church – Every Gift is Needed
Dreams are one of the ways God reveals His plans for the future or shows us what is happening now and what we need to do. Mike had several dreams this last week. When he put them together, he realized God was showing him the same thing over and over in different ways. As we … Continue reading Two Dreams to Encourage the Church – Every Gift is Needed
United With Holy Power – Focus 24
In the last 23 weeks, we've focused on many of Yeshua's attributes and names . Since we are nearing Pentecost, let's take a look at how Yeshua multiplied His influence in our world when He ascended back to the Father. Jews proclaim that the Feast of Weeks, Shavuot, Pentecost, is "The day that changed the … Continue reading United With Holy Power – Focus 24
Love Letters from Elohim –God’s Plans Must Be Done God’s Way
In the Fall of 2005, prompted by Holy Spirit, I embarked on a deeper search to know God and His ways. On November 24th my journal holds these words from Him: "Let’s begin at the beginning," He said. "In the beginning God—that’s Me. I was before all things. Nothing that ever comes before Me. … Continue reading Love Letters from Elohim –God’s Plans Must Be Done God’s Way
Truth–What is it? Focus – 6
Truth isn’t easy to find these days with all the fake news and the stands many are taking in opposition God’s word. There no longer seems to be black and white but only grey. But Truth falls in the black and white category. Things are either true or they are not. So, what is the … Continue reading Truth–What is it? Focus – 6
Hear God's Heart 