Some are considered great or consider themselves so because of what they have done. That was a focus of Nebuchadnezzar and God humbled him. (Daniel 4:30-33) Herod took the praise of men to heart and holding the glory for himself, his life was ended. (Acts 12:21-23) It is not the power of accomplishment or position above others that … [Read more...] about HUMBLE GREATNESS!
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ARE YOU SURE?
We know from Scripture that the devil can take on any form (2 Corinthians 11:14; I Peter 5:8) and work by various means. If the devil really appeared as a figure dressed in a red suit and holding a pitch-fork we might not be so easily deceived. But he is sly. The form he took in the garden of Eden was that of a serpent and, in order to deceive Eve, he … [Read more...] about ARE YOU SURE?
HE CAN AND WILL!
As I have been given the opportunity and privilege to share the Scriptures with incarcerated individuals each week, I from time-to-time tell them that I am in as much need of God’s grace today as when I first believed. I want them to know forgiveness is possible and they can have hope. I want them to understand … [Read more...] about HE CAN AND WILL!
COURAGEOUS POSITION!
I have long been struck by a statement made to Ben-hadad (king of Syria) after he -- being joined by thirty-two other kings with him (1 Kings 20:1) -- had told Ahab (king of Israel) what he was going to do to Samaria. (1 Kings 20:2-10) When messengers brought back word the second time to Ben-hadad, we read. . … [Read more...] about COURAGEOUS POSITION!
FOLLOW ME!
In our day of technology others can encourage us to follow them on Facebook, or Twitter, through their Blog, etc. Such following can take place in the comfort of our own home or familiar surroundings. This following may also only be in one’s mind. However, when Jesus urged following Him, we must understand it is to be … [Read more...] about FOLLOW ME!
