Living a “so-so” life is not very exciting. However, living with purpose that glorifies God should be acknowledged as an honor and a privilege. To surrender to being used by God for His Divine purposes -- being engaged in the works created in advance for us to do (Ephesians 2:10) -- should provide a real boost to our self-esteem … [Read more...] about SO SOW!
Salvation
SUFFICIENT FOR ALL TIME!
There are many things we do fully understanding we will have to do the job again. Washed dishes will again be eaten from and require washing. Weeded gardens will once again need weeding. Dusted shelves will again require dusting. Painted walls will again need painting. Washed hands will again need washing. And the list goes on. But oh the joy and satisfaction felt over tasks … [Read more...] about SUFFICIENT FOR ALL TIME!
NEEDED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT!
In Paul’s first letter to Timothy, He urged. . . “(1) First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, (2) for kings and all who are in high positions, that we … [Read more...] about NEEDED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT!
WHEN EMPTY IS FULL!
In the twentieth chapter of the Gospel of John, we read his moving account of Mary Magdalene going, on the first day of the week, to the tomb where the Lord’s body had been laid the Friday before. Her actions, astonishment, and deepening sorrow all revealed she had expected no resurrection. Her Lord was dead. It was over. In Mark’s … [Read more...] about WHEN EMPTY IS FULL!
WATCHING AND WAITING
Patience. It is needed when, at the moment, there is nothing that can be done. Patience. It must be exercised when a timeline is uncertain. Patience. It is a necessity when facing unknowns in life. Patience! We need it as we trustingly watch for what God is going to do next. When it appears the world has won, we … [Read more...] about WATCHING AND WAITING
