A wonderful friend of mine, Agnes Frazier, once told me that for fifty years she and her husband, Emit, had morning Bible reading and prayer at the breakfast table. On the day he died, she went to bed thinking that she could never again start the day with devotional exercises. But the next morning sheContinue reading “Remember This”
Category Archives: Relationship
What Happens When We Leave God Out of Our Lives?
The fool says in his heart, “God does not exist.” They are corrupt; their actions are revolting. There is no one who does good. All have turned away; they have all become corrupt. There is no one who does good, not even one (Psalm 14: 1, 3; also see Rom. 1). The mood of thisContinue reading “What Happens When We Leave God Out of Our Lives?”
He Walked with God
Enoch walked with God 300 yearsand fathered sons and daughters… .Enoch walked with God.Genesis 5:22, 24 When all is said and done, God may have His own personal testimony of all who lived by faith. Don’t miss the four-word testimony of one of His saints found in Genesis 5: “Enoch walked with God.” That’s allContinue reading “He Walked with God”
Needing More Than Jesus
The math does not make sense, but the truth of the equation is essential: when you add to Jesus, you actually subtract from Him. This curious fact burned bright as I read the article. It came from a small local church’s magazine. The author explained that salvation is by faith alone. However, right after that theological gem,Continue reading “Needing More Than Jesus”
Are Men and Women Equal?
Yes, men and women are equal in God’s eyes in that both men and women are created in the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1:27). Men and women are also equally sinners in need of grace and salvation. Redeemed men and women are equally forgiven, equally indwelt by the Holy Spirit, equally invited beforeContinue reading “Are Men and Women Equal?”
When You Judge Others
36 Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.37 “And do not judge, and you will not be judged; and do not condemn, and you will not be condemned; pardon, and you will be pardoned. 38 Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure–pressed down, shakenContinue reading “When You Judge Others”
Dealing with Your Regrets
Regret is sorrow or remorse over something that has happened or that we have done. Regret can also be a sense of disappointment over what has not happened, such as regretting wasted years. To be human is to have regrets because making mistakes is a universal experience. The Bible gives much instruction that, if followed,Continue reading “Dealing with Your Regrets”
Your Prayer Discipline
As you begin your time with God, pause for a moment. Take several deep breaths, and allow yourself to grow still. Be aware of God’s loving presence within you. John 15:12 This is my commandment: love one another as I love you. How familiar to us are these words of Jesus? Perhaps too familiar, thatContinue reading “Your Prayer Discipline”
Your Prayer Discipline
Before you begin your time with God, pause for a few moments and set aside any distracting thoughts. Slowly count to ten and feel the warmth of God as you continue your journey of faith. 1 Peter 3:10 Whoever would love life and see good days must keep the tongue from evil and the lipsContinue reading “Your Prayer Discipline”
Your Morning Discipline
As you prepare for this time with God, pause for a moment. Take several deep breaths, and allow yourself to grow still. Be aware of God’s loving presence within you. Psalm 34:15 Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it. The psalmist describes a recipe for Christian living. Sounds simple, doesn’t it?Continue reading “Your Morning Discipline”