Feeling fenced in. Up against a brick wall. Nowhere to turn. Each of these denotes being in a situation where difficulties or obstacles seem insurmountable. However, when it comes to pressing on in life while seeking God’s direction, let us remember how His power has been shown to provide a way despite the obstacles … [Read more...] about GO FORWARD!
Salvation
USED, ABUSED, AND ACCUSED! (Part 2 of 4)
As noted yesterday, when we are used, abused, and accused, it is generally not a pleasant experience. Still, when we do find ourselves experiencing such in this world, lifting the focus from merely ourselves to how even through those moments God can be glorified, let us press on with that purpose in … [Read more...] about USED, ABUSED, AND ACCUSED! (Part 2 of 4)
EXHALE AND INHALE!
There are times when I smell something so stinky it changes my breathing. I don’t want to keep breathing it in. Sometimes I shut the air vent on the car when behind another vehicle with smelly exhaust and hold my breath until I do so. Then, after getting away from that vehicle, I will roll down the window to get rid … [Read more...] about EXHALE AND INHALE!
THE KING’S OPEN INVITATION!
Receiving an invitation from a king would be something not to be taken lightly. To be the recipient would probably make us feel very special or at least privileged. And so should be the feeling in view of the invitation Jesus has offered us. Jesus said. . … [Read more...] about THE KING’S OPEN INVITATION!
SO SOW!
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!