HABAKKUK 2:3 Good things usually take time, but our human nature will always want to struggle with patience. The name Habakkuk actually means a wrestler; a grappler; one who struggles. It is therefore not surprising that he struggled with patience. Habakkuk begins his book by asking, “How long, Lord, must I call for help, but you … [Read more…]
JOHN 16:33 When pain arises in our lives, it takes up residence until something greater pushes it out. For some persons, setting goals and letting ambition run its course helps them keep their pains away. Some others try to find healing and peace in relationship after relationship. We can try to crowd our schedules with busyness … [Read more…]
MARK 10:17-27 The Story of the Rich Young Ruler may cause problems for some Christians today, as our society is a materialistic one. It is hard for people to give up their wealth. His encounter with Jesus shows how difficult it is to enter the Kingdom of God (especially for those who are attached to … [Read more…]
1 PETER 5:7 Have you ever thought that something was so terrible, that it could never be the same again? The Lord had promised to take care of things in our lives if we allow Him. It may take some time to get corrected, but it will. Believe God, cast your burdens on Him, and let … [Read more…]
HEBREWS 11:1-2 By definition, faith may imply moving into the discomfort of the unknown. Can we imagine being one of the disciples following Jesus as He associated with the hated tax collectors, then prostitutes and even the demon possessed? Would we be very comfortable being seen with such a man whom the Scribes and Pharisees … [Read more…]
JAMES 4:10 Humility is one trait that we appreciate in others but usually struggle with in our own life. It is often talked about in Christendom, but it is difficult to put practical actions to it. Understanding the Gospel causes utter humility and profound thankfulness. The God of the universe loved us enough to visit this … [Read more…]
JOSHUA 24:15 Do you ever pondered where you stand in the will of God? Every day we make decisions concerning our life, and in many cases, the lives of our family. How do we know we are making the right decisions? What about the consequences if we are wrong? How can we know we are right? … [Read more…]
PSALM 139:12 God is in all places, at all times, and nothing can by any possibility be kept away from His all observing, all comprehending mind. He has no hindrances. Nothing prevents Him from helping or finding us. In God’s economy, He commands the lifeless to come forth from darkness – and it is so. It … [Read more…]
ROMANS 5:1 Your passport is stamped when you enter or leave a country, to record that you legally entered the country, and how long you are allowed to stay, so the authorities can check you are legally in the country. Passport stamps are however not very popular today. Many people still think there are other ways … [Read more…]
PSALM 17:15 Scientists say a baby’s sight is the last sense to develop. Well, even before they can focus, they look toward faces – to read them. Across the first year of life, infants continue to focus their attention to faces. This increased attention allows them to begin to learn the subtle information that faces have … [Read more…]
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