Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen. –Hebrews 11:1 Faith is exercising your confidence about expectations without having the visible proof of that which you are seeking will happen. The confidence is trusting in faith and God. Do you believe? Do you trust in Him? … Read more
Mephibosheth, Jonathan’s son, had a low opinion of himself because of what he looked like on the outside. He was lamed as a child due to his nurse dropping him as an infant. King David had him brought to him. Upon seeing David, He stated “What is your servant that you should notice a dead … Read more
In 2 Kings 5, Naaman was a great military leader who had leprosy. Naaman traveled to meet the prophet Elisha for healing. Naaman assumed he would meet with Elisha, expecting to receive a miraculous healing. Instead of meeting with Elisha, he was greeted by a messenger. The messenger instructed him to wash seven times in … Read more
Now to him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think according to the power that works in us – to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. –Ephesians 3:20 God is within you. He has gifted you with His … Read more
In Mark 11, Jesus was hungry. He saw a fig tree that had leaves and went to find out if there was any fruit. Jesus reached the tree –found that it nothing but leaves. It was not the season for figs. He said to the tree, “May no one ever eat fruit from you again.” … Read more
In Genesis 15:4 God promised Abram that he would have a son. God had a plan. He would use Abram to create a great nation. At the time of the promise, Abram was 75 years old and Sarai was 65 years old. Fast forward to Genesis 17, both Sarai and Abram are renamed, Sarah and … Read more
Will you venture out onto the water? In Matthew 14:21, the disciples were in a boat traveling across the sea. Jesus came upon them walking on the water. Peter said to Jesus “Lord, if it is you command me to come to you on the water.” -Matthew 14:28 Jesus command Peter to come to him. … Read more
In Luke 10:38, Martha invited Jesus to her home becoming engrossed in making preparations. She was busy performing domestic tasks. Her sister Mary instead of helping, chose to sit at the feet of Jesus. Her focus was on being a student and taking advantage of the opportunity to be in his company. Mary chose listening … Read more
For what does it benefit someone to gain the whole word and yet lose his life? What can anyone give you in exchange for your life? You must make the decision on your beliefs, values and pursuit of purpose and stand firm. Do not allow yourself to be distracted or dissuaded. Be on your guard, … Read more
In the book of Ruth, Ruth left behind being comfortable. She left her homeland to follow Naomi to a foreign land, Bethlehem. Naomi attempted to dissuade her. She was told to go back with her sister-in-law who was turning back to go with her people. Naomi stated “Don’t urge me to leave you or turn … Read more
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