Resurrection life

Resurrection life Do not be afraid any longer; only believe. – Mark 5:36 Mark 5:22-42  22 Then came one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name, and seeing him, he fell at his feet  35 While he was still speaking, some came from the ruler’s house who said, “Your daughter is dead. WhyContinue reading “Resurrection life”

The wonder of calm, gentle self-awareness ∙

The wonder of calm, gentle self-awareness ∙ Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. – Matthew 11:29 Psalms 131:1-2  1 O LORD, my heart is not proud; my eyes are not haughty. I don’t concern myself withContinue reading “The wonder of calm, gentle self-awareness ∙”

Pure and undefiled religion ∙

Pure and undefiled religion ∙ Pure and undefiled religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you. – James 1:27 Isaiah 1:17-18  17 Learn to do good. Seek justice. Help the oppressed. Defend the cause of orphans. Fight forContinue reading “Pure and undefiled religion ∙”

Do you have an undiagnosed heart condition?

Do you have an undiagnosed heart condition? ∙ The LORD does not see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. – 1 Samuel 16:7 Ezekiel 36:26-27  26 And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you.Continue reading “Do you have an undiagnosed heart condition?”

Where’s the beef?

Where’s the beef? ∙ Now someone may argue, “Some people have faith; others have good deeds.” But I say, “How can you show me your faith if you don’t have good deeds? I will show you my faith by my good deeds.” James 2:18 James 2:17-20  17 So you see, faith by itself isn’t enough.Continue reading “Where’s the beef?”