IN SEASON AND OUT OF SEASON (2)

2 TIMOTHY 4:2 “The birth of Christ is the central event in the history of the earth – the very thing the whole story has been about.” – C.S. Lewis Advent is the first season in the church’s calendar. It means ‘Coming’ in Latin (Adventus). Since the 7th century A.D., Christians have included this celebration … [Read more…]

IN SEASON AND OUT OF SEASON

2 TIMOTHY 4:2 Before the great flood, in the days of Noah, everyone was carrying on as usual. He preached righteousness to a mocking generation who cared little about the things which were to take place. The flood hit and swept everything away. The arrival of Jesus will be like that. As we enter in and … [Read more…]

LEAVING A LEGACY

2 PETER 1:15 I want to leave a spiritual legacy for my children (biological and spiritual) to remember the truths I lived by. Whether or not we have children of our own, we should all be investing in and discipling someone younger than us in the faith. Young believers need to grow up with every necessary … [Read more…]

FREEDOM FROM FEAR

PSALM 34:4 David was being chased around by king Saul who wanted him dead. He was living in fear, and trying to lead others living in fear. Psalm 34 has its foundation in David’s fears. David began by praising and lifting the name of the Lord. Fear begins to flee when we take our eyes off … [Read more…]

GOD’S CHRISTMAS

JOHN 3:16 God created us to have fellowship with Him. But, sin entered His perfect world and separated us from Him. We could no longer experience life with God, only death without Him. Alone. Heaven would have been lonely with only the Godhead and angels, and not one human being in sight. He wanted us … [Read more…]

COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS

PSALM 103:2 “When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed, When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost, Count your many blessings name them one by one, And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done. Count your blessings, name them one by one; Count your blessings, see what God hath done; Count your blessings, name them one by one, And … [Read more…]

THE PILL CALLED GRATITUDE

1 THESSALONIANS 5:18 I do not know about you, but Paul’s instruction to the Thessalonians challenges me. Is it possible to give thanks in all circumstances? Some things do not exactly induce gratitude. However, practicing daily gratitude can boost happiness, and creativity. Being thankful is not something we should do once in a while. Being thankful … [Read more…]

FAITH OF AN ANT

HEBREWS 11:1 The ant is a unique creature. It goes about everyday, carrying food to store for the rainy day. Majority of ants have a eyesight of about 1 – 2 feet. This is a small range because unlike us, ants do not use much of their eyes to look around. The ant cannot see what … [Read more…]

NEVER STOP!

1 THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 As the end of another year approaches, I am reminded we are to recognize the blessings in our life each day. Prayerfulness and thankfulness are not seasonal novelties. They are not to be put on once or twice a year like our special occasion clothing! We need to daily cultivate hearts of prayer … [Read more…]

STOP FIGHTING!

LAMENTATIONS 3:31-33 Have you ever struggled with events or circumstances in your life or someone else’s life because of disobedience to God? It is time to stop fighting and start talking to your Father. Things may have gone wrong, but He can make them right again. He is never happy to see us suffer. Photo: John Silliman/Unsplash