Both action and inaction can reveal something about the heart. Willingness to do something or the refusal to do so says something about where our focus rests. Though there are actions which may be demanded and therefore dutifully carried out, the willing heart needs no command, but only the invitation or … [Read more...] about COMPELLING WILLINGNESS!
Joy
FAITH’S FOCUS
How often have we been afraid because of what we were seeing while forgetting to look beyond it to what we did not see? When our eyes focus merely on ourselves or on what might be going on in the world around us, it is easy to become fearful. However, let us continue bearing in mind the reality there is more … [Read more...] about FAITH’S FOCUS
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE!
“It’s A Wonderful Life!” is a 1946 classic that is still watched by many each year. Though some aspects of life depicted in this movie may not seem so wonderful, ultimately the blessing and significance of relationships was acknowledged. … [Read more...] about IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE!
CAUSE OF STUMBLING!
In Isaiah we read. . . “(14) Justice is turned back, and righteousness stands far away; for truth has stumbled in the public squares, and uprightness cannot enter. (15) Truth is lacking, and he who departs from evil makes … [Read more...] about CAUSE OF STUMBLING!
PRESENCE FILLED!
When the Tabernacle was first set up and everything in it had been put in place -- according to all the Lord commanded Moses (Exodus 40:16 & 32) -- we read. . . “(34) Then the cloud covered the tent of meeting, and the glory of the Lord … [Read more...] about PRESENCE FILLED!
