As the Day Ends “For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels.” — Matthew 16:27 As the quiet of evening settles over the day, it is worth asking whether my heart truly longs for Christ’s return or merely acknowledges it as a doctrine. The early church greetedContinue reading “Loving His Appearing”
Category Archives: An Evening Prayer
Knowing God Beyond the Noise
As the Day Ends As this day comes to a close, it is worth asking a gentle but searching question: Do I know God personally, or do I merely know about Him? John wrote, “In this the children of God are manifest… whosoever doeth not righteousness is not of God” (1 John 3:10). Genuine faithContinue reading “Knowing God Beyond the Noise”
Living Today in Light of Tomorrow
As the Day Ends “Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts.” — 1 Corinthians 4:5 As evening settles over the day, it is comforting to remember that God’s grace has carried usContinue reading “Living Today in Light of Tomorrow”
Resting Behind an Honest Prayer
As the Day Ends “But, O LORD of hosts, that tries the righteous, and sees the reins and the heart… unto thee have I opened my cause.” — Jeremiah 20:12 As this day comes to a close, I am reminded that God never asks me to hide behind polished words. Jeremiah poured out his confusion,Continue reading “Resting Behind an Honest Prayer”
The God Who Is Ready to Fill
As the Day Ends “Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.” (Matthew 5:6) As this day comes to a close, it is comforting to remember that God does not need to be persuaded to bless His children. Jesus taught that those who hunger and thirst for righteousnessContinue reading “The God Who Is Ready to Fill”
Truth That Keeps the Soul Steady
As the Day Ends “Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.” Titus 1:9 As the day ends, Titus 1:9 calls us back to the quiet strength of truth. Paul tells Titus that spiritual leaders must holdContinue reading “Truth That Keeps the Soul Steady”
The Mercy of a Watchful Conscience
As the Day Ends “… Their conscience also bearing witness, and their thoughts the meanwhile accusing or else excusing one another.” Romans 2:15 As the day ends, Romans 2:15 invites me to listen carefully to the quiet witness God has placed within the human soul. Conscience is not a small thing, nor is it merelyContinue reading “The Mercy of a Watchful Conscience”
When the Soul Counts the Wrong Treasure
As the Day Ends And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, and be merry. Luke 12:19 Jesus’ parable of the rich fool is not a warning against having possessions, but against living as though possessions have replaced God. The manContinue reading “When the Soul Counts the Wrong Treasure”
Seeing Beyond the Stars
As the Day Ends “Howbeit then, when ye knew not God, ye did service unto them which by nature are no gods.” (Galatians 4:8) As evening settles around us, it is easy to admire the beauty of God’s creation. The fading sunlight, the quiet sky, and the steady rhythm of the world remind us thatContinue reading “Seeing Beyond the Stars”
The Gift, the Giver, and a Grateful Heart
As the Day Ends “Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift.” (2 Corinthians 9:15) As the day draws to a close, it is worth asking whether we have spent more time enjoying God’s gifts than remembering the Giver Himself. Scripture repeatedly reminds us that gratitude is not merely good manners; it is a spiritualContinue reading “The Gift, the Giver, and a Grateful Heart”