The blog will undergo changes to focus on discipleship to Jesus Christ, including morning and evening meditations, prayers, exegesis of scriptural texts, praying and preaching the scripture, and wisdom from the Psalms, Proverbs, or Ecclesiastes. Additionally, new posts will cover news from a Christian perspective, human interest stories, and theological investigations.
Tag Archives: Prayer
As the Day Begins
This passage from Luke 11:1-4 teaches us the true essence of prayer as a heartfelt conversation with God. It emphasizes addressing God as “Father,” aligning our desires with His will, and seeking His provision, forgiveness, and guidance. The prayer concludes with a reminder to rely on the Holy Spirit to lead a life that glorifies God.
To All Fathers
This special day is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the role of fathers and the divine Fatherhood of God, and to seek inspiration from Scripture to guide and uplift us. Celebrating God’s Fatherhood The Bible portrays God as a loving and compassionate Father who cares for His children with an everlasting love. In MatthewContinue reading “To All Fathers”
As the Day Ends
An Evening Reflection Inspired by Luke 7:36-50 As the day draws to a close and the quiet of the evening settles around us, let us turn our hearts and minds to a moment of reflection, inspired by the narrative found in Luke 7:36-50. This passage invites us to contemplate the actions of a woman whoseContinue reading “As the Day Ends”
As My Day Ends
Evening Meditation As I reflect on the words of Matthew 10:32-39, I am reminded of the profound call to wholeheartedly acknowledge and confess the Lordship of Christ in my life. In a world filled with distractions and competing voices, this passage invites me to pause and consider where my allegiance truly lies. It prompts meContinue reading “As My Day Ends”
As the Day Begins
Matthew 10:32-39 (NIV) “Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. But whoever disowns me before others, I will disown before my Father in heaven. Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword. ForContinue reading “As the Day Begins”
Leading from Your Knees
Jeremiah Lanphier was a businessman who served as a missionary to New York’s Lower East Side. He was earnest in door-to-door evangelism and tract distribution, and as he made his evangelistic rounds each day, he would pray regularly, “Lord, what wilt thou have me to do?” Lanphier decided to begin a noon-hour prayer meeting onceContinue reading “Leading from Your Knees”
As the Day Begins
Matthew 10:1-8 (ESV): “And he called to him his twelve disciples and gave them authority over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal every disease and every affliction. The names of the twelve apostles are these: first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and JohnContinue reading “As the Day Begins”
As the Day Ends
Evening Meditation: As we reflect on the timeless words of Matthew 9:35-38, let us immerse ourselves in the essence of Jesus’ ministry and compassion. In this passage, we encounter Jesus’ deep empathy for the crowds, his recognition of their spiritual hunger, and his call to laborers for the harvest. These words resonate with the depthsContinue reading “As the Day Ends”
As the Day Begins
Matthew 9:35-38 (NIV): “Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples,Continue reading “As the Day Begins”