God is Patient Towards You
God is patient towards you. I think all of would be amazed if we understood how patient God is. His grace abounds, and his mercy is new every morning, so we have never come to the end of his patience. That doesn't mean that God lingers forever in dealing with our sin,...
Potters Hands
Have you ever sat at a potter's wheel and formed clay? It is not easy. The potters hands are responsible for forming that clay into something that is of use. It takes an experienced potter to do it with excellence. If the pot is not spun well, it will crack under the...
Free From Anxieties
Stress and anxiety are two things that consume peoples lives. Paul shows us how to be free from anxieties, stay single. This will remove all of the stress of pleasing a spouse and caring for children. It will also allow our heart to be focused explicitly on the things...
Tree Planted by Water
Water is essential to all life. A tree planted by water is going to flourish. It will have the necessary nourishment in both water and sun to make its leaves green and fruit to grow. It's not going to worry about the heat of the sun because there is no worry about...
Be Vigilant
It is essential to be prepared for what is coming after you. Peter tells us the Be Vigilant because we have an adversary. That adversary is the devil, and he is on the attack. His goal is to deceive and frustrate us. We need to sober up to the reality and be prepared....
Fortified Wall
Walls were built in Biblical times to fortify cities. The bigger the wall the harder it was for the enemy to attack. They would build fortified walls that were often thick enough chariots to race side by side on. God built Jeremiah into a fortified wall to resist the...
Lifelong Commitment
Commitment is something that shouldn't be taken lightly. Marriage is a lifelong commitment to one another. The vows that are spoken during the wedding speak of the length, "to have and to hold till death do us part." It seems like people are more afraid of commitment...
Why Do the Wicked Prosper?
Why do the wicked prosper? Why doesn't God deal with them? It seems like the good people work hard and get nowhere while the wicked cheat and get ahead of everyone. Where is God's justice in it all? Just because we can't see it doesn't mean that God isn't dealing with...
Walking by Faith
It takes faith to walk with Jesus. Walking by faith is the way that God chooses to bring about growth. It's where we learn to trust him and where we find him faithful. Faith is an adventure when we step out to be used by God. Hebrews 10:23, 38 “Let us hold fast the...
Replenished by Living Waters
Water has the ability to bring us back to life. Just a swallow of a cold glass of water can revive our spirits. We can be replenished by living waters. God can minister to our soul and pour his life into us. Don't forsake this renewable spring. Nothing you construct...
Do Not Deprive One Another
Sexual intimacy within the context of marriage is one of the most wonderful things on earth. That's why it is so important that we do not deprive one another of that blessing. This something we have to guard and protect because Satan will use it as a wedge. 1...
Encourage One Another
Life is hard for everyone. We need people in our lives who can encourage one another. If we aren't open to encouragement, then we run the risk of being hardened by sin. Encouragement comes in all types of ways. It can lift us up; it can motivate us, it can also warn...
Everlasting Light
Do you know one of the first light bulbs Thomas Edison created is still working over one hundred years later? It's an everlasting light. You can find it in a firehouse in New York. Why aren't all light bulbs like that? That is a question for a business person. Jesus...
Too Much Freedom
There is such a thing as too much freedom. Christians tend to lean towards legalism or liberty. The legalist makes up lists of what is right and what is wrong. The libertarian rejects all lists and emphasizes free will. You can easily see how both sides can go too...
No Weapon Formed Against You
Have you ever shot an arrow with a bow? It is a practical weapon when mastered. It can pierce small areas from a long distance away. King Ahab was shot with a random arrow right in between his armor while he was running away in his chariot As a child of God, we need...
Look to the Rock
When you are hiking it is easy to get lost. One of the way you find your bearing is to look for large landmarks which will help you determine where north is. Look to the rock and it will help you find your way. The same can be said of Jesus. He is our rock and when we...
Trust in the Name of the Lord
Walking in the darkness takes some trust. You have to trust your senses. Walking with Jesus takes trust as well. Isaiah tells us to trust in the name of the Lord. You may not know where you are going but as we trust in the name of the Lord we will find our way. Isaiah...
Lifting Holy Hands
The church has a mandate to pray by lifting holy hands to God. It is an act of worship when we lift our hands and seek him. We have a responsibility as individuals and as a church to do this. When we pray and worship God brings the church closer together. Seek his...
Water for Thirsty Souls
Nothing beats cold water to a dry mouth. Water brings life and refreshment to everyone. It is essential to a well functioning system. The same can be said for the Holy Spirit in our lives. When the Spirit enters our life it is like fresh cool water. Jesus is that...
Through the Fire
Life can be best described as a journey. Along that road, you will encounter several obstacles and challenges. There will be the high waters where you are overwhelmed with life. There will also be times of intense testing where God will take you through the fire. All...